Kurt Matthew Death: Car driver held after three years for unsafe driving

The police have formally detained and accused Andy Esprit of Campbell for causing the death of Kurt Matthew by unsafe driving. Matthew, who was well- known as a presenter of DBS, died three years ago.

Esprit was released on $50,000.00 bail with his father, Aries Esprit of Campbell, standing as surety.

As a condition on his bail, the accused is also expected to report every Wednesday between 7 am and 7 pm at the Mahaut police station.

The matter has also been adjourned to Feb 8th, 2021. The event took place on Sunday 26, 2017 on the EO Leblanc Highway in Canefield at around 9:15 pm.

According to the police, motor vehicle listing number HE213, driven by Andy Esprit of Campbell, which was travelling in a northern direction and another vehicle, registration number TE348, which was placed on the western side of the road for his custody at that point of Kurt Matthew.

Esprit lost control of his vehicle, which fell into the other vehicle while Matthew was on board.

Matthew, then aged 48, supported multiple wounds and was taken to the Accident and Emergency Department of the Princess Margaret Hospital and he received medical attention. However, hours later, he died because of his injuries and was declared dead by a medical doctor.

Esprit is represented by an attorney at law Wayne Norde. Bail is being made on his behalf.

Matthew’s death sent shockwaves during Dominica. He became known for his great efforts in keeping DBS Radio on-air during and immediately after the passage of Hurricane Maria. His work was praised by many individuals, and he was also recognized by the radio site and other market places.