One dead, 14 injured in crash on Accra-Kumasi Highway
One person has died and 14 others sustained injuries in a road crash on the Accra–Kumasi Highway near Paradise Restaurant.
The accident occurred on Wednesday, August 12, and involved a MAN Diesel truck and a Toyota Hiace.
According to the Bunso Fire Station, a distress call was received at about 7:30 p.m., prompting the deployment of a six-member crew to the scene. The team arrived at approximately 7:46 p.m. and found the two vehicles involved in the collision.
Preliminary information from an eyewitness indicated that the MAN Diesel truck, with registration number AS 4765-11, was travelling towards Accra when it reportedly attempted to give way to a Toyota Vitz that was allegedly overtaking improperly.
The truck subsequently veered into the opposite lane and collided with the side of a Toyota Hiace, registered ER 655-25.
The collision caused partial damage to the front of the MAN Diesel truck and damage to the side of the Toyota Hiace.
Emergency responders assisted with the rescue operation and helped retrieve personal belongings from the affected vehicles.
Fourteen people sustained various degrees of injury and received assistance following the crash. However, a female occupant was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact circumstances and cause of the crash.
After completing their operations and clearing the road to restore the free flow of traffic, the fire crew departed the scene at about 8:46 p.m
