A heartbreaking accident in Walewale has claimed the lives of nine passengers, leaving over 15 in critical condition.
This tragic event occurred on Thursday morning when a sprinter vehicle from Kumasi to Nalerigu collided with a Kia Rhino en route from Bolgatanga to Tamale.
While investigations are ongoing to ascertain the exact cause of the crash, eyewitnesses suggest that a trailer parked too close to the roadside may have significantly contributed to the incident.
Emergency services arrived promptly to assist.
The injured victims were conveyed to the Walewale Municipal Government Hospital, where they are currently fighting for their lives.
The police, in collaboration with the transport union in Walewale, are working diligently to inform the families of both the deceased and those injured.
Fortunately, both drivers involved in the accident survived and are receiving medical care; however, they are unable to provide statements at this moment.
This incident highlights the crucial need for road safety and the dire repercussions of negligence.
The community grieves for those lost and hopes for a quick recovery for the injured.
Below are some pictures of the accident.
