Azan calls for urgent action after man falls through Easington bridge
April 4, 2026
Jamaica Observer
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Opposition Spokesperson on Roads Richard Azan is calling for urgent government action after a man died on Friday after reportedly falling through a gaping hole in the Easington bridge.Azan, in a press release, said the incident has renewed urgent concerns over the Government’s Accelerated Bridge Programme, which he said has failed to deliver on critical repairs in St Thomas.“This is a profound failure of duty,” Azan said.
“A Jamaican is dead because we allowed a known hazard to remain open. I am angry and deeply saddened. The Government must stop issuing promises and start issuing work orders. Every day of delay puts another life at risk.”Azan said that without safe alternatives, residents have been forced to cross the damaged structure, a gamble that he said has turned fatal.He called for a full parliamentary disclosure of all infrastructure spending since hurricane Melissa and an immediate temporary crossing for Easington.“No more excuses. No more waiting. Repair the bridge or build a safe passage. Honour the dead by protecting the living,” he said.The opposition spokesperson on roads extended condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased man.
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