Julian Rambalde, a 63-year-old pedestrian who was struck by a van in Pos Chikito on October 5th, passed away at the hospital on Wednesday, October 14, the Aruba Police Force confirmed.
The accident occurred at approximately 7:41 p.m. on the main road in Pos Chikito, near Rey Hing. Police dispatch received a report that a van had struck a male pedestrian, prompting the dispatch of police officers and an ambulance to the scene.
Upon arrival, officers found Rambalde lying on the road with serious injuries. Paramedics provided emergency medical care and transported him to the hospital after stabilizing him. His condition was critical, and he was admitted to the intensive care unit.
On Wednesday, October 14, the Traffic Police received confirmation that Rambalde had died at the hospital. He was born in the Dominican Republic on February 20, 1963.
Police are urging all road users to drive carefully, remain alert, reduce their speed, and obey traffic regulations. Road safety is everyone’s responsibility.
