Daboasi Junction Crash: 10 Dead, Several Injured
A tragic road accident at Daboasi Junction in the Western Region has claimed the lives of 10 people and left several others injured in the early hours of Monday, 28 April 2025.
According to eyewitness accounts, the collision occurred between a sprinter bus traveling from Accra to Takoradi and a Toyota Hiace bus heading towards Accra. Reports suggest that the sprinter bus was attempting to overtake a long vehicle when it collided head-on with the oncoming Toyota Hiace, which was fully loaded with passengers.
The impact of the crash was severe resulting in the immediate death of ten individuals. Several others sustained various degrees of injuries and were quickly transported to the Daboasi Hospital for urgent medical attention by the National Ambulance Service.
Emergency responders, including police officers and ambulance personnel, were at the scene to manage the situation and ensure the injured received prompt medical care.
Authorities have begun investigations into the accident to determine the full circumstances leading to the tragic event. Motorists have been advised to exercise caution on the road, especially when attempting to overtake.
The accident has once again raised concerns about road safety practices, particularly the dangers associated with overtaking on busy highways.
More updates are expected as authorities continue with their investigations.