A sprinter bus with the registration number AS 6313-16 has collided head-on with a VIP bus (AC 1550-17) at Atwedie near Juaso, resulting in the deaths of six people and injuring others.
The devastating accident occurred on Friday, October 11, 2024.
Information gathered indicates that the sprinter bus was travelling from Togo to Kumasi while the VIP bus from Tamale to Accra.
One passenger in the VIP bus and five in the Sprinter died on the spot.
Information gathered indicates that the Sprinter bus driver did a wrongful overtaking, leading to the accident.
Those injured have been rushed to the Konongo Government Hospital for medical attention and the bodies of the deceased persons have been deposited at the Yawkwei mortuary for preservation and investigation.
Confirming the incident, Assistant Officer at the Asante Akyem Fire Station, John Boakye, said they have eliminated any hazard that could cause a fire outbreak at the accident scene.
Mr. Boakye cautioned drivers to limit their speed and drive carefully to prevent such tragedies.
