In a tragic turn of events, a Form Three student from Queen’s Royal College, Idris Hosein, age 15, lost his life in a motorcycle crash on Churchill-Roosevelt Highway. The incident unfolded on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in the El Socorro region.
Hosein allegedly embarked on a ride after taking his father’s motorcycle without permission. Tragedy struck when his motorcycle collided with a car in the process of changing lanes on the highway. The impact was such that Hosein was thrown off the motorcycle, sustaining fatal injuries.
Despite the quick response of emergency services, the young student couldn’t survive the severity of his injuries. The incident was captured on a dashcam and the footage has since been shared on social media, igniting renewed discussions about road safety and the hazards of underage and unlicensed riding.
As the police delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision, a wave of grief has swept over family members, friends, and the Queen’s Royal College community. In response to the incident, authorities are once again emphasizing the importance of responsible road use, proper supervision, and the necessity of allowing only licensed and authorized individuals to operate motorcycles on the nation’s roads.
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