A tragic incident unfolded in Kumasi as a police officer lost his life after colliding with a stationary truck while in pursuit of a motorbike rider.
The officer, whose identity remains undisclosed, met his demise on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, leaving witnesses in shock and grief.
Eyewitnesses recounted the heartbreaking scene, describing how the officer, struggling for breath, lay on the ground after the collision.
His desperate gesture, raising his left hand for assistance along the Kumasi-Accra highway, painted a poignant picture of the unfolding tragedy.
According to bystanders, the officer was in hot pursuit of a motorbike rider when the fatal crash occurred. Blood staining the ground near the parked truck marked the grim aftermath of the collision, as the officer’s life ebbed away.
Further details emerged from witnesses, revealing that the truck had experienced mechanical issues, prompting the driver and assistant to attend to it at the time of the accident.
Tragically, the officer’s collision with the truck occurred amidst their efforts, leading to the loss of life.
As investigations continue, the community mourns the loss of the dedicated officer, whose commitment to duty ended in a devastating and unforeseen tragedy.
