The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the purported denial of emergency medical assistance that allegedly resulted in the death of a 29-year-old engineer, Charles Amissah.
Mr. Amissah passed away following his involvement in a hit-and-run incident at the Nkrumah Circle Overpass on February 6, 2026.
Reports suggest that while he was stabilised by Emergency Medical Technicians from the National Ambulance Service, he was reportedly refused admission at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Ridge Hospital, and the Police Hospital due to a lack of available beds.
In a statement released on February 16, 2026, HeFRA characterised the event as profoundly distressing and stated that it regards the allegations with the highest level of seriousness.
The Agency, which operates under the Health Institutions and Facilities Act, 2011 (Act 829), expressed its commitment to thoroughly investigate the issue.
HeFRA assured both the family of the deceased and the public that the investigation would be conducted with diligence and transparency and that the results would be reported to the sector minister once finalised.
The Agency also indicated that it would not hesitate to impose sanctions on any healthcare facility found to have breached regulatory standards concerning emergency medical services.
HeFRA further conveyed its condolences to the family of Mr. Charles Amissah.
Find the full statement below.
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