5 of 10 Victims Identified

A deadly crash at mile 68 on the George Price Highway has claimed the lives of 10 people: nine passengers in a Toyota Corolla and a motorcyclist.

The Toyota Corolla, driven by Ruduel Parham (deceased), was eastbound toward San Ignacio just before 10:00 p.m. on Sunday night. The vehicle was carrying nine people at the time of the crash. Reports indicate that the Corolla collided with a motorcycle, causing a fiery explosion that killed all nine occupants of the car, as well as the motorcycle rider.

The other victims have been identified as 31-year-old Shailer Lopez, 29-year-old Abigail Bradley, 24-year-old Keilin Pinelo, 19-year-old Jaheim Inglesias, and Aimie Hernandez.

The names of the other victims are yet to be confirmed.

The crash also involved a Ford Expedition SUV that was heading in the opposite direction toward Benque Viejo Town. The SUV was carrying four passengers. Two of them remain hospitalized with critical injuries, while the other two sustained minor injuries.

Police Commissioner Chester Williams described the crash as a “sad and tragic incident” and stressed the need for drivers to exercise caution on the highways. He assured the public that police are working to determine the cause of the collision and will provide updates as more details become available.

The Commissioner urged the nation to keep the affected families in their prayers as the investigation continues.