One dead, several injured in accident at New Somanya  

 

A fatal accident at New Somanya in the Eastern Region on Thursday, October 2, 2025, has left one person dead and several others injured.

The crash involved a Hyundai H100 minibus with registration number GR 5063-18, which was transporting 18 passengers.

Survivors were quickly taken to the Yilo Krobo District Hospital for treatment.

According to Dr. Francisca Darkwah, Medical Superintendent of the hospital, one of the victims was pronounced dead on arrival.

Another critically injured passenger has been referred to the Eastern Regional Hospital in Koforidua, while those with minor injuries have been treated and discharged.

Eyewitness accounts suggest the accident occurred after one of the tyres burst, causing the driver to lose control as he attempted to brake.

Police have since launched investigations into the incident.

Source: Austin Ofori Addo

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