🔥 Trending Ofankor Barrier Accident: Latest Updates and Details

A tragic multi-vehicle accident occurred at the Ofankor Barrier on the Accra-Nsawam Highway, resulting in a significant loss of life and numerous injuries ⁵.

Overview of the Incident

The crash took place around 4 a.m. on Thursday, August 13, between the Ofankor Barrier and the John Teye enclave ⁷⁸. The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) confirmed that the incident involved multiple vehicles ².

Vehicles Involved

Seven vehicles were involved in the collision:

• Two tipper trucks ⁶⁷⁸
• Two Sprinter buses ⁶⁷⁸
• Two saloon cars ⁶⁷⁸
• One tricycle (popularly known as an 'aboboyaa') ⁶⁷⁸

One eyewitness account specifically mentioned a tipper truck crashing into a police vehicle and two cars ¹.

Casualties

The accident led to a high number of casualties:

• Fatalities: The death toll has risen to 12 people ²⁵. Some initial reports indicated 11 deaths at the scene, with the number increasing later ⁴¹⁰.
• Injuries: 22 other individuals sustained injuries and are currently receiving treatment at various hospitals ²⁵.

Investigation and Possible Causes

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) and the Ghana Police Service (GPS) are collaborating to determine the exact cause of the fatal accident ³¹⁰.

The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) is investigating a possible link between a broken-down tricycle (aboboyaa) and the chain of collisions ⁶⁹. Preliminary information suggests that a stationary tricycle may have caused the accident ⁸.

Eyewitness accounts regarding the incident have been contradictory, as stated by the GNFS ³¹⁰. Authorities are expected to provide further details on the identities of the deceased and the circumstances leading to the crash as investigations continue ⁴.