Fatal accident

Fatal traffic accident occurs at Salamanda in Lae

The driver of a five door a hired vehicle was driving at high speed, while under the influence of alcohol when he ran off the road.

The car crashed into two Bugandi Seconday Grade 11 students at about between 9.30am and 10am.

The two students, one male and a female were walking on the foot path at the time of the incident.

Police yet to identify highway crash victims

However witnesses say they were from the Highlands including two other females who were admitted at the hospital and two men who were taken to the police station.

The male victim is a University Student whilst the woman is an employee of Pacific Corporate Security Services.

Meanwhile, the vehicle is believed to be owned by an Engan businessman.

Central police boss, Laimo Asi has reserved comments until he will be fully briefed today.