A tragic road accident has claimed the lives of three people on the Accra–Kumasi Highway in the early hours of Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
The incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. at Akyem Anyinasin and involved a truck transporting tomato traders.
Eyewitnesses report that three occupants, including the driver, were burnt beyond recognition after the crash. One female trader is said to have survived the incident.
The exact cause of the accident remains unclear, and investigations are expected to be carried out by authorities.
This latest tragedy adds to growing concerns about safety on the Accra–Kumasi Highway, particularly around accident-prone areas such as Anyinam and Enyiresi, where similar incidents have been recorded in recent times.
Road users are frequently urged to exercise caution on this busy corridor, which remains one of Ghana’s most heavily used transport routes.
