A tragic mining accident has claimed the lives of two illegal miners at Mpasatia in the Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region.
The incident occurred on Tuesday, January 15, 2025, around 2:00 PM, when the illegal mining (galamsey) pit collapsed.
The pit, which had developed visible cracks, caved in on 38-year-old Kyokose and an unidentified friend during their routine mining activities.
According to reports, some other miners in the pit managed to escape unhurt.
However, Kyokose died instantly at the scene, while his companion, who was critically injured, was rushed to the Toase Clinic.
Sadly, doctors pronounced him dead upon arrival.
The two victims are believed to be non-natives of the area.
Meanwhile, their bodies have been deposited at a local mortuary as investigations into the incident continue.