A man has died in a collision involving a Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and a Howo tipper truck on the Kpong–Tema Highway, raising renewed concerns about road safety on one of the country’s busy transport corridors.
Personnel from the Kpong Fire Station responded to the crash at Kings and Queens near Akuse Junction in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality after receiving a distress call.
A press statement issued by the Public Relations Unit of the Eastern Regional Command of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) said firefighters swiftly moved to the scene to undertake rescue operations and provide emergency support.
Upon arrival, the rescue team found both vehicles extensively damaged.
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport sustained severe front-end damage, while the Howo tipper truck suffered partial damage to its rear.
The statement confirmed that one male occupant of the Pajero Sport was pronounced dead at the scene.
“One male occupant of the Pajero Sport was confirmed dead at the scene. His body was later handed over to the Akuse Police Accident Unit and conveyed to the Akuse Government Hospital morgue for preservation,” it stated.
Firefighters also assisted with traffic management to ensure the safe movement of vehicles and prevent further disruption along the highway during the recovery operation.
Although the exact cause of the crash has not yet been officially established, preliminary observations suggest a high-impact collision between the two vehicles.
Authorities are expected to continue investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash and establish whether human, mechanical, or other factors contributed to the incident.
The Ghana National Fire Service reiterated its commitment to rapid emergency response and urged road users to observe traffic regulations and exercise maximum caution while travelling.
GNA