Philipsburg, November 2, 2026 – The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is currently investigating a serious traffic accident that occurred on Bush Road shortly before 4:00 a.m. on Monday, November 2, 2026.
Central Police Dispatch received a report of a male lying on the roadway next to a scooter following a traffic accident. Police patrols, detectives, and personnel from the Traffic Department were immediately dispatched to the scene.
Upon arrival, officers encountered a male victim lying on the side of the road with severe injuries to his upper body and showing no signs of life.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the victim was riding his scooter from the direction of the Prince Bernhard Bridge when he was reportedly struck by a small gray vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. Initial information further suggests that a third, unidentified vehicle subsequently ran over the victim.
The exact circumstances surrounding this tragic incident remain under investigation.
Personnel from the KPSM Traffic Department are currently conducting an investigation at the scene to determine the sequence of events and the vehicles involved.
KPSM urges anyone who may have witnessed the accident or has information regarding the vehicles involved to contact the police.
Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
Source: KPSM press release
