Linden teacher Leslyn Major died tragically this afternoon after a car reportedly lost control while attempting to overtake a truck and slammed into her at Empire Drive, Amelia’s Ward, Linden.
The driver of the car, identified as Denisha Carmichael, was hospitalised with multiple injuries following the accident.
According to reports, Major was standing on the side of the roadway when Carmichael allegedly lost control of the vehicle. The car reportedly flipped several times before crashing into the teacher. The entire incident was captured on CCTV cameras.
Both Major and Carmichael were rushed to the Linden Hospital. Carmichael was admitted for treatment, while Major reportedly died as she was being prepared for transfer to Georgetown for further medical attention.
A source told Kiskadee Watch that Major sustained multiple injuries, including to her head and other parts of her body.
Her death has sent shockwaves through Linden’s education community, where she is being remembered as a hardworking and dedicated teacher.
The source also told Kiskadee Watch that Major was on her way to an activity marking the end of Teachers’ Week when the tragic accident occurred.
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