A labourer was on Monday remanded to prison following a fatal hit-and-run incident involving eight-year-old Sahil Naipaul.
Ramsarran Samaroo, 22, of Lot 13 Grant 1805, Crabwood Creek, Corentyne Berbice, appeared at the Whim Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Michelle Matthias.
It is alleged that on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, Samaroo drove motorcar PAK 6598 in a reckless manner, leading to Naipaul’s death. Samaroo was not required to enter a plea for this charge.
He has also been charged with failing to stop his vehicle after the accident and failing to render assistance to the injured Naipaul. Samaroo pleaded not guilty to these two charges.
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In a bail application, Samaroo’s lawyer, Vinay Punwa, informed the court that his client and Naipaul’s family were engaged in a settlement agreement, whereby Samaroo’s family would purchase land and build a house for Naipaul’s remaining brothers.
Sahil’s relatives expressed frustration in the courthouse, denying any discussions regarding a settlement with Samaroo’s family.
Meanwhile, the lawyer asserted that Samaroo poses no flight risk and is willing to surrender his passport and comply with any reporting conditions.
Police Prosecutor Sergeant Collin Clarke objected to bail, citing the seriousness and prevalence of the charges. He noted that Samaroo fled the scene of the accident and was arrested two hours later in Crabwood Creek. Taking into account the age of the child and Samaroo’s failure to render assistance, Prosecutor Clarke argued that bail should be denied.
After considering both sides, Magistrate Matthias refused bail, citing the seriousness of the offense. Samaroo was subsequently remanded to prison and is scheduled to make his next court appearance on September 4. The case has been transferred to the Springlands Magistrate’s Court.
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