Update on Investigation into Fatal Traffic Accident

Introduction

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) wishes to provide an update on the investigation into the March 27th, 2025, traffic accident on the island’s main road in White Gate that resulted in the death of Kaliquan Woodley Bergan, age fifteen (15), of Sandy Point, St. Kitts.

Incident Details

We can confirm that the incident occurred when Mr. Woodley Bergan, riding a motor scooter (displaying PB-7406) while travelling from Dieppe Bay to St. Paul’s, attempted to pass a stationary Police pickup (G-610). In doing so, he collided head-on with an oncoming motor pickup (P-9890). The force of the impact propelled Mr. Woodley and the scooter into the path of a motor omnibus (H-457), which struck them both. The motor scooter, oncoming motor pickup, and motor omnibus all sustained significant damages. There was no impact on or damage to the Police vehicle.

Investigation Findings

It is important to note that Mr. Woodley was not wearing a helmet at the time of the incident. Further investigations also revealed that the motor scooter had been reported stolen from the Lamberts area on St. Kitts on March 16th, 2025. Additionally, it was unregistered, unlicensed, uninsured, and displayed a license plate that is assigned to another vehicle.

Call to Action

We will continue to conduct a comprehensive investigation into this incident. During this time, we urge the public to allow due process to take place. We would like to remind everyone that the legal age to obtain a driving licence is eighteen (18) years for motor vehicles and sixteen (16) years to obtain a permit to operate motor cycles. We encourage anyone with pertinent information to come forward and assist with our enquiries.

Road Safety Reminder

The RSCNPF emphasises the importance of adhering to our nation’s traffic laws for the safety of all road users — drivers, riders, and pedestrians alike. We urge everyone to practise patience, tolerance, and caution on our roadways, as our collective safety relies on the choices we make while travelling.

Condolences

We again extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Mr. Woodley Bergan during this difficult time.

Conclusion

The RSCNPF is committed to ensuring the safety of all road users and will continue to investigate this incident thoroughly. We urge everyone to cooperate with our investigation and to always follow traffic laws to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What was the cause of the accident?

A: The accident occurred when the motor scooter rider attempted to pass a stationary Police pickup and collided with an oncoming motor pickup.
Q: Was the motor scooter legally registered and licensed?

A: No, the motor scooter was unregistered, unlicensed, and uninsured, and displayed a license plate assigned to another vehicle.
Q: What is the legal age to obtain a driving licence in St. Kitts and Nevis?

A: The legal age to obtain a driving licence is eighteen (18) years for motor vehicles and sixteen (16) years to obtain a permit to operate motor cycles.