Policeman caused over $200K damage to DHB

21st February, 2014

PETER’S HALL - Police Officer, David Lindo, crashed his vehicle into a section of the Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB) on January 29, 2014 which caused over GYD$200,000 in damages.   

According to the General Manager RawlstonAdams, the incident occurred around 23:40 h. The Officer’s vehicle collided into the Bridge Rails at Span 45 which damaged two Cable Trays anda Diamond Panel Member. The total figure for the compromised section amounted to $233,703.

Furthermore, the Officer involved threw Mr. Adams’ mobile phone into the river. However, it has been replaced. 

The Police are currently conducting an internal investigation into the matter.