A road accident that occurred in the early hours of Saturday, February 22 on the eastern corridor of the Bimbilla-Yendi road at Bincheratanga in the Nanumba North Municipality of the Northern Region, has left several passengers injured.
According to eyewitnesses, a Kia truck attempting to overtake two people on a motorbike lost control knocked them down, and overturned onto its side. Witnesses described how the vehicle had been speeding before the crash.
“This morning, we saw the car veer off the road, and this is where we are now,” an eyewitness told Channel One TV.
“For now, some philanthropists have transported a few victims to Yendi Hospital while we wait for an ambulance from the district. There are many casualties, but thankfully, no deaths have been recorded yet. We pray it stays that way. It is a very serious case. We do not know what caused the accident.”
Speaking to Channel One news, the driver, Binyali Isaac revealed that, the truck had 32 passengers on board, and nearly all sustained serious injuries, with many transported to Yendi Hospital for medical attention.
“We were traveling from Yendi to Bimbilla when a motor rider suddenly crossed my vehicle, leading to the accident. The truck was carrying 32 passengers, but I cannot confirm the exact number of those injured,” he stated.
The assemblyman for the area, Kabulja Desmond also expressed concern over the accident.
“This is an unusual occurrence. It’s my first time witnessing something like this,” he said. “Drivers must be very careful on this road, and pedestrians must also be cautious. This is a very busy route, and we must all prioritize safety.”
