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Nearly three months after a trial was launched into the death of Police Constable Edson Williams,Cheap NFL jerseys China, the prosecution has closed its case.During the trial,Jordan Shoes For Sale, defendant David Persaud, 25, of 94-97 First Hill Linden/Soesdyke Highway made several appearances before City Magistrate Ann McLennan in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts.Persaud is accused of driving motor lorry GLL 8197 in a manner dangerous to the public, thereby causing Williams’ death on July 6, at Plantation Providence, Public Road, East Bank Demerara.David PersaudDead: Police Constable, Edson WilliamsPersaud had pleaded not guilty to the charge on his first court appearance. He has since been released on bail.Police Sergeant, Neville Jeffers, wrapped up the prosecution’s case last week after calling a police officer as a final witness. He also recalled city police, Sean Persaud, to the stand for him to be cross-examined by Persaud’s Attorney, Glenn Hanoman.Hanoman, after grilling the witness,Cheap Soccer Jerseys Wholesale, requested a two weeks’ adjournment to make a no-case submission to the court.This leave was granted by Magistrate McLennan, who fixed October 14,NFL Jerseys Outlet, for continuation.According to reports,Jerseys Cheap NFL, Williams, 19,Cheap NFL Jerseys China, of Lot 113 Number 53 Village, Berbice, was placing barricades on the road on the date in question. His job was in preparation for traffic control at a Hits and Jams beach event in the area. The accident reportedly occurred around 09:45 hrs.It was alleged that he was struck down and run over by the motor lorry driven by Persaud. Constable Williams was pronounced dead on arrival at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC).At the time of his demise, Williams was attached to the Brickdam Police Station, Enquiries Office.Kaieteur News understands that the driver had failed to comply with signals to reduce speed. |
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