An early morning accident along the East Coast of Demerara Public Road Tuesday left at least four persons injured and the northern side of the Republic Bank, Triumph, East Coast Demerara branch severely damaged.

Details surrounding the accident which occurred sometime around 1.30am are sketchy.However, Stabroek News understands that a truck with trailer was proceeding east along the East Coast Public road, allegedly at a fast rate when the driver lost control. As a result, the truck reportedly skidded off the median and crashed into the bank’s fence before coming to a halt. Reports are that the driver and three other persons were injured.They were taken to Georgetown Public Hospital for treatment.(Stabroeknews)…[+]