On Sunday night at around 11:15 pm, the driver of the black Kia Sportage struck a male pedestrian near Aruba Bank in Camacuri. The accident was so severe that the pedestrian passed away at the scene. This marks the fourth traffic-related fatality this year.
Deputy spokesperson for the Aruban Police Force (KPA), Liliana Rasmijn, stated that the police received a report of a serious accident near Aruba Bank, where a vehicle struck a pedestrian. Upon arrival, the police found a man lying motionless on the side of the road.
An ambulance was called to the scene, but paramedics were unable to do anything further for the victim. By 11:45 pm, Dr. Texier confirmed the death of A.J.B., a 54-year-old male born in Brazil. It is believed he worked here in Aruba, but the KPA has not yet been able to locate any friends or family.
At the scene, the police tested the driver of the Kia Sportage and he was later arrested for driving under the influence. The driver was taken into police custody and will have to provide a statement regarding the accident.
Rasmijn went on to explain that various police departments were present at the scene to conduct necessary investigations. Traffic officials and prosecutors also attended to deliberate and determine the next steps. A.J.B.’s body was then taken into custody.
Police have been busy with several incidents throughout the week. In the early hours of Sunday, a vehicle struck a pedestrian in front of Lekker Bar, whose condition remains critical. With many accidents occurring, drivers are urged to slow down and remain vigilant on the roads. Avoid drinking and driving, put away cell phones, and pay attention to the road. On behalf of the Aruban Police Force, Rasmijn extends condolences to A.J.B.’s family.
Traffic Fatalities 2024
Regarding traffic fatalities, A.J.B. is the fourth casualty of this year. The first three victims were also males. The first traffic fatality was Guiseppe Papagni, 36, on January 30 near Tamarijn All-Inclusive. The second fatality was Maximilian Hernandez, 20, who passed away on March 18 in the early morning hours on the road to Savaneta. On March 30, Marco Tromp, 80, became the thirds traffic fatality of the year, and now this marks the fourth traffic fatality for the year.
Last year, there were a total of nine traffic-related deaths. Headlines Group, the publisher of 24ora.com and Trempan, extends condolences to the deceased’s family and loved ones.
