Around 10:35am Monday, 28th March 2022, a reported serious two-vehicle collision occurred on South Road in Smith’s parish, near the junction with Sayle Road.

Bermuda Police Service, Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service as well as ambulance personnel responded to the incident.

Initial indications were that the collision occurred around 10:45am Monday.

Information now suggests that a taxi was being driven east on South Road and a private car was being driven in the opposite direction when the vehicles collided. It appears that the car involved was overtaking another vehicle, also headed west, at the time.

The driver of the car, believed to be a local male resident, was injured. The extent of his injuries remains unknown at this time.

However, he was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance, conscious and breathing. An update regarding his medical condition is anticipated at some point later today.

Apparently, no one else was hurt.

Traffic diversions are currently in effect at Sayle Road and Nantucket Lane in Smith’s parish until further notice, while the scene is being processed.

Any witnesses to this collision, that have not already come forward, are encouraged to call 211 or the main police number 295-0011 as soon as possible.

Update: Traffic diversions are no longer in effect in the South Road, Sayle Road, Nantucket Lane Smith’s parish area.

The driver injured in this morning’s collision, understood to be a 52-year-old local male, is still receiving treatment at the hospital for his injuries.

The Bermuda Police Service appreciates the assistance received so far and continues to appeal for any witnesses, that have not yet come forward, to call 211 or 295-0011 as soon as possible.

29th March: Car driver involved in Monday morning's collision treated for injuries said to be non-life threatening.