One 68-year old Bhutanese, who was hit by a car today morning, while he was crossing a road to head to his English as a Second Language classes, has been pronounced dead.

Late Poudel

According to the source, the deceased is identified as Nanda Lal Poudyel, who had arrived Raleigh through resettlement program from Sanischare refugee camp in eastern part of Nepal in August 2008.

Poudyel, who was immediately rushed to Wakemed Hospital after the incident, was pronounced dead at around 9:20 am.

Late Poudyel, who originally hailed from Dagana district while in Bhutan, was staying with his family in rented apartments at the Suburban Apartment complex, located close to the accident spot.

Details to follow.

NEWS SOURCE:BNS