Truck driver charged over Angelle Barry’s fatal accident

Angelle Barry, called ‘Odessa,’ and her husband, Jusley Brisport

The driver of the truck that was involved in Sunday’s accident which resulted in the death of 30-year-old Angelle Barry along the Canal Number One, West Bank Demerara (WBD) Public Road has been charged with two traffic-related offences and is expected to appear in court today.

Police spokesman Jairam Ramlakhan yesterday said that Umadat Persaud, a 30-year-old resident of L’Oratoire, Canal Number One, WBD has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving and driving under the influence.

He remains in custody and is scheduled to appear at the Wales Magistrate’s Court today.