Police have identified the driver of the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of a nine-month-old baby girl on Sunday.
The driver has been identified as Avinesh Naidoo of Corriverton, Berbice.
Ellie Surujnarine on Sunday evening killed in a hit and run accident on Line Path Public Road, Corentyne, Berbice. Her parents, 17-year-old Tushan Surujnarine and 19-year-old Kavita Bedsan were injured in the accident which occurred at around 18:30hrs.
Police said the father was riding an electric bike with his wife and the baby was pillion riders when they were allegedly struck down by a motorcar.
While the baby died on her way to the hospital following the accident, the parents remain hospitalised in serious conditions.
The motorcar involved in the accident – a white Fielder wagon – has since been located but the driver – identified as Avinesh Naidoo of Corriverton, Berbice – remains on the run.
Police said the owner of the motorcar, Vidawattie Arjune, of Crabwood Creek was contacted and provided certain information to aid in the investigation.
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