One dead in Mahaicony accident, three hurt

The police say they are investigating a fatal accident that occurred at about 0530h. today at Mahaicony, ECD, and which resulted in the death of Turrick Mc Lennon, 23 years, of Zeskenderen, Mahaicony.

Investigations so far have revealed that Mc Lennon was allegedly driving a motor car at a fast rate, when he lost control of the vehicle and collided with a motor lorry that was travelling in the opposite direction.

He suffered injuries and was pronounced dead on arrival at the Mahaicony Hospital.

Three other occupants of the motor car also sustained injuries. Elias Ross, 25 years, of Zeskenderen has been admitted to the GPHC, while Hollin Roberts, 22 years, of Farm, Mahaicony, has been admitted to the Mahaicony Hospital. Calvin Mc Lennon, 21 years, of Farm, was treated and sent away.