Woman dies in Essequibo River collision

One woman is dead and another is in stable condition at the Bartica Hospital after two small 15 HP motor boats collided on the Essequibo River late Wednesday night.

Donna Rampersaud, a relative of one of the boat owners, perished and Melina Williams was still being treated at the Bartica Hospital up to press time although the extent of her injuries could not be confirmed.

River Navigation Officer Michael Tenant on behalf of the Maritime Administration Department was