Jamaican Road Safety Report: Thursday is Safest, Wednesday Deadliest

Statistics reveal that Thursday is the safest day for Jamaican road users in 2025, with only five fatalities, while Wednesday is the deadliest with 20 fatalities. Overall, total fatalities decreased by 17 percent this year. Vulnerable road users are significantly affected, with males making up the majority of victims.

According to data from the Island Traffic Authority (ITA) for the week concluding March 28, Thursday has emerged as the safest day for Jamaican road users in 2025, with only five fatalities from four fatal crashes reported. Conversely, Wednesday stands out as the deadliest day, with 20 fatalities resulting from 20 fatal crashes.

In third place, Sunday exhibited at least 19 fatalities from 13 incidents, including a tragic crash on the PJ Patterson Highway that claimed four lives, including an eight-year-old child. Saturday recorded 15 fatalities, while Monday accounted for 13 deaths. Tuesday and Friday’s statistics were identical, each documenting ten deaths and ten fatal crashes.

So far this year, Jamaica has witnessed a total of 92 fatalities across 83 fatal crashes, indicating a 17 percent decrease in fatalities and a 12 percent reduction in fatal crashes compared to the previous year as of March 28. The fatalities encompass 24 motorcyclists, 23 private vehicle drivers, 20 pedestrians, and nine private vehicle passengers.

Notably, vulnerable road users, which include pedestrians and motorcyclists, represent 59 percent of total fatalities this year. In terms of gender representation among victims, males constitute 81 percent, while females account for the remaining 19 percent. Passengers make up 18 percent of all fatalities, highlighting the serious risks faced on the roads.

The statistics from the Island Traffic Authority indicate that Thursday remains the safest day for road users in Jamaica, while Wednesday poses significant risks, having the highest fatality rate. Overall, there has been a decrease in fatalities and crashes compared to the previous year, with vulnerable road users being disproportionately affected. Therefore, continued efforts to enhance road safety are imperative.

Original Source: www.jamaicaobserver.com