Three brothers killed in car crash in Bahamas

NASSAU, Bahamas, CMC – Three brothers all in their 20s were killed during a car accident on Monday, the police in the Bahamas have confirmed.

Police reported that shortly after 2 a.m., Philip McCarron Christie, 24, Philip D’Caprio Christie, 23, and D’Angelo Christie, 20 were traveling in a metallic gray Honda Passport north along the highway when the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a tree on the western side of the road. It is unclear which brother was driving.

They were all pronounced dead at the scene.

They were their mother’s only sons, and had moved to New Providence from North Andros where they were raised, for better opportunities, according to relatives.

In a joint statement from the Bahamas Telecommunications Company and Bahamas Power and Light, where the two elder brothers worked, the companies said that the staff “were shocked and saddened by the news of this tragedy.”

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Philip D’Caprio Christie was employed at the Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) as a member of its Service Delivery Team, according to a joint statement from BTC and BPL.

“The staff at both organizations were shocked and saddened to have received the news today of this tragedy, which also took the life of the Christies’ brother,” the companies said.

“These men have been valuable assets to BTC and BPL and their contributions and dedication to their craft will always be remembered.”

BTC CEO Sameer Bhatti said Philip D’Caprio, who completed his last shift on Saturday evening, always went the extra mile to get the job done and was an excellent team member.

“Philip (D’Caprio) was fun loving, well-loved by his colleagues and would always make you smile. He was the life of our Service Delivery team, and the news of his passing has sent shockwaves throughout our organization,” Bhatti said.

BPL CEO Shevonn Cambridge said, “Philip (McCarron) joined our organization in September 2023, and in that short time, he quickly became a valued team member, admired for his enthusiasm, hard work, and commitment to his craft. The loss of Philip is deeply felt by all who knew him, and our hearts go out to his family during this incredibly difficult time.”

According to Bruno Miller, the victims’ uncle, D’Angelo Christie was employed at a shipping company.

In a social media post, Prime Minister Philip Davis said he and his wife, Ann, are deeply heartbroken by the tragic accident.

“Losing three young lives so suddenly is a sorrow beyond words,” Davis said. “We share in your grief and want you to know that you are not alone during this time.”

Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis said so far this year, over 60 per cent of traffic fatalities were men, with most under the age of 46.

She also said that 77 per cent of fatal accidents occurred between 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. and occurring particularly on Sundays and Mondays.