ITA Reports 34 Fatalities in Traffic Crashes During March 2025

In March 2025, the Island Traffic Authority reported 34 fatalities from 30 crashes, marking an 11% reduction compared to the previous year. Motorcyclists and private vehicle drivers bore a significant portion of the fatalities, with St Catherine being the most dangerous parish. Trelawny, St Ann, and Portland recorded no deaths, highlighting disparities in road safety across the region.

In March 2025, the Island Traffic Authority (ITA) reported 34 fatalities resulting from 30 traffic crashes, indicating an 11 percent decrease in deaths compared to March 2024. Additionally, there was a 3 percent reduction in the number of serious accidents during the same period.

Motorcyclists represented a significant portion of the incidents, with 12 fatalities, which accounted for 35 percent of total deaths. It is important to note that the same number of motorcyclist fatalities was recorded in March 2024.

Private motor vehicle drivers contributed to the alarming statistics, with 10 fatalities, accounting for 29 percent of March’s road deaths—a substantial increase of 150 percent from the previous year. Six fatalities involved private vehicle passengers, making up 18 percent of the total, alongside four pedestrian and two pillion passenger fatalities.

A geographical analysis revealed that St Catherine was the most hazardous parish, recording eight deaths. It was followed by Westmoreland with six deaths, while Hanover, St Mary, and St James each reported four fatalities. In contrast, Trelawny, St Ann, and Portland emerged as the safest parishes, recording no fatalities in March.

The report from the Island Traffic Authority highlights a concerning trend in traffic fatalities, although they have decreased from the previous year. With particular rises seen among private vehicle drivers, attention is needed to address road safety, especially for motorcyclists and drivers. The varying fatality rates across parishes further emphasize the importance of targeted interventions in the most affected areas.

Original Source: www.jamaicaobserver.com