A tragic incident occurred in Bebu, Ashanti Region, where a three-year-old boy was found dead in a bucket filled with water.
The boy, identified as Amponsem Siipi Papa, was discovered by his mother, Portia Amponsem, in a weak state after he had gone missing for only a few minutes.
According to police reports, the child was found with his head submerged in the bucket and his legs up.
Despite being rushed to Gary Marvin Hospital in Kotwi, the boy was pronounced dead on arrival.
The police have confirmed that no signs of violence were observed on the body.
Meanwhile, the body of the toddler has been sent to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital for autopsy.
The heartbreaking incident was reported to the Brofoyedu police on August 18, 2024.
Tragic incidents involving young children are not uncommon, particularly in households where supervision lapses for even a short period.
Cases like that of Amponsem Siipi Papa, though rare, highlight the dangers that everyday objects can pose to curious toddlers.
In Ghana and other parts of the world, unintentional injuries remain a leading cause of death among children under five, often resulting from accidents that occur within the home environment.
Such incidents underscore the importance of vigilant supervision, especially around potentially hazardous objects like buckets, open water sources, and other seemingly innocuous household items.
Authorities continue to emphasize the need for parents and caregivers to be acutely aware of the risks in their surroundings to prevent such heartbreaking losses.
Meanwhile, investigations are still ongoing to determine the exact cause of death.