Tragic Accident Claims Thirteen Lives Near Obuasi

Tragic Accident Claims Thirteen Lives Near Obuasi: In a tragic accident that occurred at dawn on Monday, October 14, 2024, a VIP bus traveling from Kumasi to Enchi in Ghana’s Western North Region veered off the road and plunged into a ditch near Kwapia, close to Obuasi.

The accident has left the local community in mourning, with thirteen lives lost, including seven males, five females, and a child.

Fatalities and Injuries

Police reports confirm that most of the deceased died instantly at the scene. The victims, who were passengers aboard the bus, included men, women, and a young child. The driver, identified as Osei Adu, was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment but succumbed to his injuries shortly after arriving.

Cause of the Accident

Eyewitnesses reported that the bus, which bore the registration number ER 2445-11, was overloaded at the time of the incident. It had picked up several additional passengers who were stranded after another bus broke down along the route. The overcrowded conditions reportedly led to a confrontation among aggrieved passengers, which may have distracted the driver, potentially contributing to the tragic accident.

The accident has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving families devastated by the loss of their loved ones. The deceased have been taken to the morgue as authorities work to gather more information and support affected families. Those injured in the crash are receiving medical treatment.

Police Investigation Underway

Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident, including the possibility of driver distraction and the impact of the bus being overloaded.

This tragedy serves as a reminder of the need for strict adherence to road safety regulations to prevent further loss of life on Ghana’s roads.