Woman dead after car pitches into canal
Submerged car being hauled from canal, 31 Oct 2016
(CNS) UPDATED 2 Nov: Police have now confirmed that the woman killed when her car plunged into canal in Prospect, Monday, was Audrey Nugent (53) from George Town. Police are investigating the circumstances leading to Nugent’s death but they had stated that they do not suspect foul play.
The RCIPS Traffic Management Unit and the Cayman Islands Fire Service were sent to the scene Monday at around 10am following a 911 call reporting that a vehicle had gone into a canal off Marina Drive and that it was sinking. When emergency personnel arrived at the scene near Harbour House Marine, a police officer and two firefighters got in the water in an effort to try to rescue whoever was in the car.
The RCIPS said that although the divers were able to get the woman from the car, the victim already appeared lifeless as a result of her injuries. She was taken to the Cayman Islands Hospital but she was pronounced dead shortly after.
The silver BMW car, which had sustained a smashed back window and windshield as well as other damage, has since been removed from the canal for further examination.
See video of the car removal on Radio Cayman’s Facebook page
Category: Local News
My soul is weighed down in sorrow for my best friend is no longer here. All our future dreams and plans I must carry on in your memory. No more smiles, no more jokes, your laughter is now still.
You have changed locations…I can not go to you and you cannot come to me. Memories are all I have now.
You were a God given friend…We choose to be sisters…there was a bond that held us together. We were there for each other as we faced unbearable circumstances. You were a second daughter to my mother. Your flight has taken a hard toll on her emotionally, and physically. We try to come to terms with this tradegy. It is hard especially early in the morning. You would come and bang on my window. We including mom would go to the beach …I would watch you as you swam out in the ocean…with Candy your dog. After our swim we would go to Kirk’s supermarket and purchase our breakfast.
Just heard. Worked with Audrey for a long time at IMS. Rest In Peace
Audrey will always be remembered by the Dixon, Roy, Parsons, and many more in B. Town – she was an inspiration and friend to our families. Stayed at my home from January-May, 2016 an early morning person, with excellent debates and large stories over a cup of coffee until she was ready for work. Audy, your hammock is still waiting for you!!! unable to come to grips with your loss and receiving your phone calls on Friday and Sunday, one day before your tragic circumstances RIP my dear friend we will miss you.
Audrey was one of my classmates from the CIHS Class of 1979. She was always a loving and kind person. She will be sadly missed. RIP Audrey
Rest In Peace Audrey. From what I remember of you, you were quiet and gentle. Rest In Peace.
My friend Audrey i spoke to her early this year I knew her from elementary school and always saw her when she came to see my Cousin in New Jersey , or when I come to the Cayman Island wish I had spend more time talking and visiting with her my heart is so full words cant say enough I will miss you my sweet Audrey;
Audrey was a lovely person. May her soul Rest In Peace.
Audrey was a very loving and kind person,I give my condolences to the family. Sleep in peace.
If you cannot swim you find someone who can! Calling 911 helps, but our forefathers would never have waited for the authorities to arrive!
This is my First cousin we are the children of a brother and sister. On behalf of my sweet Audrey’s family here in the United States we are grateful for your prayers and kind words. Her heart was good and she loved life. I’m going to miss her terribly. May her soul rest in eternal peace. I Love You.
My deepest condolences to the family. Audrey was a kind, sweet person. I share the sorrow of friends and family.
They need to put up those metal railings you see in Miami.
Very sad
I knew this person well. A lovely person. She will be greatly missed.
What a horrible tragedy!! Condolences to this lady’s family and loved ones.
I hope that the person(s) who called 911 attempted to assist the driver rather than just wait for the emergency services.
They did. They called 911. If you cant swim why the hell would you jump in to try and save someone JACKASS. Always trying to find someone to blame for something!
No blame. Just hoped that they tried as the article did not indicate that they had.
May she RIP