A tragic accident on the Walewale highway in the North East Region has claimed the lives of nine people and left 15 others severely injured on the afternoon of Thursday, February 13, 2025.
The crash reportedly occurred when a Sprinter vehicle traveling from Kumasi to Nalerigu collided with a stationary long truck near Walewale township.
The bodies of the deceased have been deposited at the Walewale Government Hospital, while the injured victims are receiving treatment at the same facility.
A source at the hospital confirmed the incident, stating that the victims were rushed to the hospital around 1:30 p.m.
According to eyewitnesses, the Sprinter vehicle was traveling from Kumasi, while the long truck was parked on the shoulder of the highway, facing Bolgatanga.
They further reported that the Sprinter driver was speeding and, upon entering the Walewale township, saw the parked truck but lost control, leading to the fatal crash.
The impact of the collision left the Sprinter vehicle mangled, trapping several passengers inside.
Police have since launched an investigation into the accident to determine the exact cause.
This incident adds to growing concerns about road safety and the dangers of speeding on major highways in the country.
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