MARIGOT:--- The Prefecture of St. Martin registered its first COVID -19 death. The victim was involved in an accident a few days ago states the Prefecture along with the Directress of the Agence Regionale de Sante (ARS) and management of the Louis Constant Fleming Hospital.
The press release said one week ago the 61-year-old St. Martin resident was involved in a road accident but on March 25th he was taken to LCF with breathing and respiratory problems, the patient also had other symptoms related to the COVID -19
Tests conducted for the COVID-19 proved that the patient was in fact affected and it was the defining factor of his death.
The investigation around this case is carried out by Public Health France to identify contact cases.
More than ever, the Prefecture is appealing to residents to stay at home, only go out in case of absolute necessity, respect the barriers measures that are in place.
