As masqueraders and carnival attendees enjoyed the 30th Anniversary of Miami Carnival, unfortunately there was loss of life. A first in the history of Miami Carnival, the organizers issued a statement regarding the tragedy:
Today, on our 30th anniversary celebration, we unfortunately experienced our first injury of a masquerader that resulted in a casualty from an accident during the Parade’s approach to the main stage.
It is our understanding that the accident involved a middle aged female masquerader from the mas band, Mascots International, and one of the vehicles providing refreshments to the masquerades. She was treated on the scene and later transported to Kendall Regional Medical Center where she later died from her injuries.
At this time, Miami Dade Police Department is completing the investigation of the accident.
We extend our condolences to her family and members of Mascots International.
RCS SIDEBAR: The RCS team has been informed that the person involved is from St. Vincent & the Grenadines. We, too, extend our condolences to the friends and family of the deceased.