By Trend News Line 2024-05-23 17:13:06.
Tragic Accident in Ahafo Region Claims One Life
Heartbreaking news has emerged from Oppongkrom in the Asunafo North Municipality of the Ahafo Region, where a fatal accident has left one person dead and another fighting for their life. The incident, which occurred on May 22, 2024, involved a timber log falling on a motorcycle carrying two individuals who were escorting a truck loaded with logs.
Details of the Accident
According to eyewitnesses at the scene, the motorcycle was leading the truck as it had no lights to illuminate its path. Tragically, a timber log slipped from the truck and landed on the riders, causing devastating consequences. The rider of the motorcycle, identified as 30-year-old Addei Iliasu, tragically lost his life on the spot. The pillion rider, 32-year-old Mershack Acquah, sustained severe leg injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention.
Ahafo Regional Police Response
Inspector Kwadwo Boakye, the Ahafo Regional Police Public Relations Officer, has confirmed the incident and assured the public that an investigation is currently underway to ascertain the circumstances leading to the tragic accident. This unfortunate incident adds to a series of road accidents that have claimed lives in different parts of the country.
Recent Tragic Incidents in Ghana
This latest incident in Oppongkrom follows closely on the heels of a tragic accident in Gomoa Simbrofo in the Gomoa West District of the Central Region. Reports indicate that a fully loaded Sprinter bus lost control after one of its back tyres burst while travelling from Kaneshie to Takoradi on the Winneba-Mankesim Highway. The driver struggled to maintain control of the vehicle, ultimately colliding with a tree and resulting in the loss of two lives.
Emergency responders swiftly arrived at the scene to assist the injured passengers, with several individuals suffering varying degrees of injuries. They were promptly transported to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Call for Road Safety Measures
These tragic incidents serve as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety measures and the need for all road users to exercise caution and vigilance while on the roads. Authorities have urged drivers to adhere to traffic regulations, ensure proper vehicle maintenance, and prioritize the safety of all passengers and road users.
As investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the accidents in Oppongkrom and Gomoa Simbrofo, the community mourns the loss of lives and hopes for a swift recovery for those injured in these unfortunate events.
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– Timber crushes motorbike
– Dead injured timber crushes motorbike.