Brake Failure Causes Chaos on Agogo Roads
- Loaded truck experiences brake failure, reverses uncontrollably in Agogo, Ashanti Region
- Quick-thinking driver of nearby pickup narrowly avoids collision, but truck somersaults into ditch
- Accident destroys roadside structures, but no injuries reported, raising concerns about vehicle maintenance and road safety
A loaded Sinotruck Howo truck was involved in a harrowing accident at Agogo in the Ashanti Region, after experiencing brake failure and reversing uncontrollably. The incident occurred when the truck suddenly lost control and began reversing towards a Nissan Pickup that was tailgating.
The quick-thinking driver of the pickup, sensing imminent danger, swiftly maneuvered past the truck, narrowly avoiding a collision. In an attempt to avoid a collision with the pickup, the Sinotruck swerved off the road, ultimately somersaulting into a ditch.
The accident resulted in the destruction of several structures along the roadside, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. However, the incident has raised concerns about vehicle maintenance and road safety in the area.