PHILIPSBURG:--- The Traffic Department of the Sint Maarten Police Force (KPSM) is urging the community to exercise caution and attentiveness while driving, especially during the ongoing busy season.
Officers have observed that certain accidents are occurring due to drivers being distracted or encountering mechanical faults with their vehicles. The Traffic Department emphasizes the importance of responsible driving to ensure the safety of all road users.
One such incident occurred on the Arlet Peters Road (Old Cake House Road) heading towards Cole Bay at approximately 17:30. The Police Central Dispatch received a call reporting that a white SUV had flipped onto its side while descending the hill towards Cole Bay. Multiple police patrols were dispatched to the location to manage the situation.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the brake mechanism of the SUV failed, causing the driver to lose control, strike the side of the hill, and flip onto its side. Fortunately, the driver sustained only minor injuries that did not require medical attention.
The Traffic Department is also investigating a second incident that took place at about 04.30 pm that occurred on A.J.C. Brouwers Road at the intersection of Lion Road and Brouwers Road. The incident involved a red Hyundai I-10 and a gold Mitsubishi Mirage. Preliminary findings suggest that the driver of the gold Mitsubishi attempted to enter A.J.C. Brouwers Road from Lion Road while another vehicle was traveling on Brouwers Road, resulting in a collision. One driver sustained minor injuries and received immediate first aid. The impact caused the red Hyundai to flip onto its side.
The Traffic Department is actively in addressing these incidents and emphasizes the importance of regular vehicle maintenance to prevent such mechanical failures. Drivers are urged to stay vigilant, avoid distractions, and prioritize road safety during this busy season.
KPSM Press Release.
