On March 15th, 2024, tragedy struck as a devastating vehicle accident claimed the lives of 21 individuals at the Pra-River Junction along the Juaso-Nkawkaw road. The accident occurred at approximately 5:50 pm and involved a Ford Transit Mini Bus, registered as GR 6279-24, driven by Yaw Egyiri (deceased), who was reportedly traveling from Konongo towards Accra with passengers onboard.
Preliminary investigations suggest that Egyiri attempted to overtake several vehicles recklessly, resulting in a head-on collision with an oncoming VW Sprinter Bus, registered as AS 4483-23. The driver of the VW Sprinter Bus, also deceased and yet to be identified, was driving with passengers onboard.
In the aftermath of the collision, survivors of the accident are currently receiving medical attention at various healthcare facilities, including the Juaso Government Hospital, Stewards Hospital at Yawkwei, Konongo Municipal Hospital, and Asante Akim Agogo Presbyterian Hospital.
Tragically, the bodies of the deceased have been transferred to mortuaries at Stewards Hospital, Konongo Municipal Hospital, and Juaso Government Hospital for identification, preservation, and autopsy procedures.
Amidst the grief and devastation, authorities are urging families with missing relatives who may have been traveling along the route where the accident occurred to contact the Juaso and Nkawkaw Police commands for assistance in identifying the victims, including those who have tragically lost their lives.
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of responsible driving and adherence to traffic regulations to prevent such heart-wrenching accidents from occurring in the future. As a community, we mourn the loss of these precious lives and extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones affected by this tragedy. Let us come together to support and uplift one another during this difficult time.
