Police Confirm Death Of 88 Year Old Man
[Updated with statement from Premier] A male pedestrian was injured this morning [Dec 4] after being involved in a collision with a car in the Par-La-Ville Road, Serpentine Road Pembroke area.
A police spokesperson said, “Around 10am today, Thursday December 4th first responders were dispatched to a reported serious collision in the Par-La-Ville Road, Serpentine Road Pembroke area.
“Details are unclear at the moment; however initial information suggests that a car collided with a male pedestrian. The victim, believed to be a senior citizen, was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment. The extent of his injuries is unknown at this time.
“Inquiries are ongoing and any witnesses should contact the main police telephone number 295-0011.”
Update 1.16pm: Police said, “At last check the male senior citizen pedestrian injured by a car around 10am today in the Par-La-Ville Road, Serpentine Road Pembroke area was in stable condition at the hospital receiving ongoing medical assessment. His injuries do not appear to be life threatening at this time.”
Update 4.54pm: We are expecting a police statement shortly.
Update 4.59pm: A police spokesperson said, “An 88 year old male pedestrian struck by a car around 10am today, Thursday December 4th in the Par-La-Ville Road, Serpentine Road Pembroke area has since died.
“Following the collision the Pembroke man was initially admitted into the hospital in stable condition. However, he was subsequently pronounced dead at 2:47pm.
“No further information regarding the deceased will be given at this time until next of kin has been notified.
“A full investigation into this fatal collision is underway and police continue to appeal for any witnesses, especially persons that may have been in the Par-La-Ville Road, Serpentine Road Pembroke area around 10am Thursday to contact the investigating officer PC Stephen Paynter at the Roads Policing Unit on 247-1788 or the main police telephone number 295-0011.”
Update 8.20pm: This evening Premier Michael Dunkley extended his condolences following the passing of Peter Woolcock. The Premier’s statement is posted here.
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Rest in peace sir.
Always enjoyed your work
If it is not governed by a ‘signal’ the pedestrian has the right of way.
Rest in peace Mr. Woolcock
I’m shocked to hear this. I thought he was stable and would be out in no time. I’m really sorry to hear his injuries were worse than I was led to understand.
Man. Condolences to his loved ones. He’s leaving some big shoes to fill.
So sorry that had to happen to the gentleman. Condolences to his family.
Condolences to his family and friends. He was a talented and insightful gentleman. RIP Sir.
Rest in Peace
What a terrible thing to happen. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
I am so very very sorry for both the victim and their family, but also for the driver who has caused such injury. A nightmare for all concerned. RIP.
Very sad. Two huge losses to the community in a month. Not good.
What sad news! I actually was going to contact him with an idea for a cartoon – sadly won’t be able to do that now…
My condolences to family and frends ..
My Prayers and condolences go out to the family and the friends.
#legend
YOU KNOW THIS IS SO VERY SAD SO CLOSE TO CHRISTMAN MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO ALL INVOLVED IN THIS TREGEDY