40-Year-Old Motorcyclist Arrested After Collision

January 7, 2020

A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after a collision in Hamilton parish early this morning [Jan 7].

A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:40am Tuesday, January 7th police and fellow first responders were dispatched to a reported two vehicle collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton parish near the junction with Coney Island Road.

“It appears that a car was being driven west along North Shore Road and a motorcyclist was traveling in the opposite direction when the collision occurred.

“Apparently the rider, said to be a 40-year-old Hamilton parish man, sustained a hip injury and was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment.

“He was later arrested on suspicion of impaired driving and then placed on police bail pending further medical care.

“The car driver, said to be a 48-year-old Smith’s parish man, was not hurt and the scene was processed by the relevant police personnel.

“Inquiries continue and any witnesses are encouraged to contact Constable Kristyn Minors on telephone 247-1311 or e-mail kminors2@bps.bm.”

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