Premier & Minister Express Their Condolences
Today Premier Michael Dunkley and Minister of Tourism Development & Transport Shawn Crockwell offered the following joint comment in the wake of this weekend’s two road traffic fatalities.
At approximately 2.00am this morning [July 20] a male motorcyclist died in a collision in Hamilton parish, and following that a 23-year-old man died in a collision in Southampton parish at 3.45am.
Their deaths marked the 7th and 8th road fatalities of the year.
Premier Dunkley, who expressed his shock and extreme sadness at the incidents, said today, “This has been a tragic weekend that has left two families grieving. I want to extend my heartfelt and sincere condolences to each of them and encourage our entire community to keep these families in our thoughts during what is undoubtedly a very difficult time.”
The Premier continued, “We are in the height of the summer season with many activities taking place. As we approach the Cup Match holiday, I want to urge not only all of the motorists on our roads, but our boaters on our waters to please take extra precautions when travelling around our Island to ensure their safety and well being.”
Meanwhile, Minister Crockwell added, “I also wish to express my deepest sympathies to the two families who have suffered such a great and devastating loss this weekend. No family should have to endure such an emotional toll.
“In the span of a few weeks, we have lost three young men to our roads, and this is indeed very concerning to me as the Minister responsible for transport.
“Road safety remains a priority for this Government, and I want to implore all residents to please be mindful when driving on our roads by exercising care and caution, particularly as we enter a very busy holiday period.”
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Personally, I believe it had been quite thoughtful of the Premier and Minister to have extended their condolences to the bereaving families, as well as offering “advice” to the general public…
On behalf of my family,I also take this opportunity to extend our condolence to the families of the two that have loss their lives.
Terry something’s are better left unsaid especially at a time as this and if I read your comments and was a member of one of the grieving families I would feel so hurt. Facts.
I would also like to send out my condolence to the family and friends. Of the young men.
So sad, I know about that dreaded phone call! No family member wants to receive it. Please accept my condolences and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his arms around you and comfort you as you grieve.
Family, also do not take the thoughtless, stupid comments you see to heart. I had to disregard them. Know that there are more people in your corner supporting you right now and these people don’t have any sense.
My condolences to the family and friends.
S.I.P ….
My heart goes out to the families, I know exactly what they are going through, been there & yes i feel for them, no parent wants to get a phone call especially some hour in the morning. my GOD comfort both families @ this time & forever more. been there & yet it seems just like yesturday I went through the same thing going on ten year’s this year & the pain is still there but I thank GOD for life each & every day.i’m so blessed & thankful for life. S>I>P>
may GOD