A tragic incident at the Bortianor Bus Stop on the Mallam-Kasoa highway on Friday, June 20, resulted in the death of a woman who was attempting to cross the busy road.
The accident involved a long vehicle, registered WR 1475-13, which struck the victim as she stood at the median.
Eyewitness accounts suggest that the driver of the truck swerved off the main road to avoid colliding with other vehicles that had halted to allow pedestrians to cross safely. Unfortunately, this manoeuvre led to the truck tragically running over the woman.
“The woman didn’t see the truck coming because this road lacks adequate lighting. From Mallam Junction to Kasoa, the streetlights are present but non-functional, making it incredibly dangerous for pedestrians,” a bystander told Citi News.
The accident raises serious concerns about pedestrian safety and infrastructure along one of Accra’s busiest highways.
The absence of functional streetlights on many parts of the road has made nighttime crossings particularly hazardous for pedestrians.
Local authorities have been urged to address these safety issues and improve road conditions to prevent future tragedies.
Traffic accidents in Ghana remain a growing concern, with statistics showing an average of 2,000 fatalities annually and tens of thousands of injuries.
Calls for enhanced road safety measures—including functioning streetlights and clearly marked pedestrian crossings—have intensified in the wake of such incidents.
As investigations into the accident continue, the focus remains on implementing preventive measures to protect lives and prevent similar heartbreaks.