Dead is 35yr. old Roopchand Ramkellowan, of Tuschen Housing Scheme, East Bank Essequibo.
The police say their initial investigations revealed that the victim was crossing the road from south to north when he was struck by the motor car, which was proceeding east along the northern carriageway.
The accident occurred at around 22:20hrs last night on the De Willem Public Road, WCD. The Police stated that an accident occurred involving motor car PWW 5680 driven by a 28-year-old Gazetted Officer of the Joint Services, who resides in South Ruimveldt Gardens and pedestrian Roopchand Ramkellowan.
Ramkellowan was rushed to the Leonora Cottage Hospital in an unconscious state and was pronounced dead on arrival. According to the Police, an unlicensed pistol with four live rounds was found on his person.
Meanwhile, the driver is in custody assisting with the investigation; a breathalyzer test revealed that his blood-alcohol level was above the legal limit.
