A collage of photos from the scene
Correspondence from the Ashanti Region
A cargo truck lost control and plowed into multiple vehicles in Krofrom, Kumasi, on Friday afternoon following a heavy downpour, leaving scores injured.
The accident involved commercial vehicles, popularly known as trotro, private cars, tricycles (pragia), and other road users.
According to eyewitnesses, the truck was descending from the Krofrom traffic light towards Ashtown when the driver lost control near the X5 Pub, sending the vehicle careening into oncoming traffic.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with the truck striking multiple vehicles, trapping drivers and passengers.
One female witness estimated that over ten people sustained injuries ranging from minor to severe.
“It was terrifying. I saw a woman lying motionless in front of the X5 Pub after falling from a tricycle (Pragia). Vehicles were stuck in gutters, and many people were struggling to get out of their cars. Some had broken legs, while others had fractured hands. It’s too scary to even eat,” she recounted.
Passersby and concerned citizens quickly mobilized to rescue the trapped occupants.
The injured victims have been transported to Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and Tafo Government Hospital for medical attention.
Police have since initiated an investigation into the cause of the accident.
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