Motorcyclist Dead, Another Critical Following Highway Crash In Chaguanas; All Southbound Lanes Closed
UPDATE 5: Devi Daniel, the girlfriend of deceased motorcyclist, Nicholas Bandoo, issued the following emotional tribute on Facebook following his death:
“I don’t think I’ll ever have the words to describe what losing you feels like. You were so much more than just my boyfriend. You were my home, my peace, my best friend and the love of my life. You were the most loving, goofiest soul, always pretending to be this big bad bully when, in reality, you were the biggest baby. You matched my craziness in ways nobody else ever could and together we made the most random, unforgettable memories. I’ll miss your tight hugs, endless kisses, painful bites, your laugh and all the things that made you so unapologetically you.”
She continued, “I never imagined that I would have to learn how to live in a world where I couldn’t call you, hug you or annoy you. We had so much plans for the future, so many more memories to make and ordinary days that I thought we would get to have. I’m happy that we got to celebrate your birthday the night before. Life will never look the same without you. I would give anything for just one more day, one more hug, one more conversation. Nicholas Bandoo, you were my person, my comfort zone and a love I’ll carry for the rest of my life. I’m not ready to say goodbye and I don’t think a part of me ever will be. I love you, endlessly.”
UPDATE 4: 25-year-old Levi Joseph died at the scene after his motorcycle collided with a Toyota Axio. The high impact resulted in both the motorcycle and car catching fire.
The driver of the car, a 36-year-old woman from Freeport, was travelling with her two (2) young children: a 5-month-old and a 4-year-old. Thankfully, all three (3) occupants survived the crash.
Nicholas Bandoo was also killed after his motorcycle reportedly collided with a Haval SUV, while attempting to avoid the initial collision ahead of him. He later succumbed to his injuries at the Chaguanas Health Centre.
UPDATE 3: CCTV footage captured the moment of the deadly collision and resulting fire near Brentwood Mall this afternoon. Watch the video here.
UPDATE 2: Nicholas Bandoo and Levi were captured on video with friends while liming at a bar (Beer Nation) shortly before tragedy struck this afternoon. Watch the video here.
UPDATE: The second critically injured motorcyclist has reportedly died at Hospital. Both of the deceased have been identified as Nicholas Bandoo, aka “Road Runner,” and 25-year-old Levi Joseph, who was reportedly a Swissport employee. Bandoo tragically died on the day he was celebrating his birthday.
Traffic has been brought to a crawl following the closure of all three (3) Southbound lanes of the Highway. Motorists are being diverted through Chaguanas and directed back onto the Highway via the Chase Village Overpass.
According to reports, a major road traffic accident occurred a short while ago this afternoon (Thursday 12th November, 2026) along the Southbound lanes of the Sir Solomon Hochoy Highway, near Brentwood Mall, Chaguanas, involving a car and two (2) motorcycles. A motorcyclist is dead and another critically injured. The deceased has not yet been identified.
The accident occurred in the vicinity of Tommy’s Brewing Company.
Reports state that at least one (1) of the motorcycles slammed into the rear of a white car (PDP 1564), which triggered a fire that quickly engulfed the vehicle. The motorcyclist was thrown onto the roadway, suffering critical injuries.
The second motorcycle, meanwhile, was found in pieces off the Highway. The rider of that motorcycle has been pronounced dead.
Police, Fire and Emergency Health Services were notified and are currently on the scene.
No further details about the accident are available at this time.
In a Traffic Advisory issued at approximately 4:45 PM, the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) said all Southbound lanes of the Highway are temporarily closed to vehicular traffic. “Motorists are advised to expect significant traffic delays, utilize alternative routes wherever possible, or postpone non-essential travel along this route.”
The TTPS is urging motorists to “exercise caution, cooperate with officers on the scene and avoid the affected area to facilitate emergency response operations. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.”
Investigations are continuing into the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.
[Source: Trinidad Express]
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