- Accident occurred on January 12, 2026, involving a saloon car, trailer, and mini truck
- Female trader and mini truck driver died on the spot after the vehicle caught fire
- Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash
Two people died in a fiery road accident at Offinso Old Town in the Ashanti Region, while two others are receiving critical medical care.
The crash occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, January 12, 2026, and involved a saloon car, a trailer (GR-1357-W), and a mini truck transporting building materials.
Eyewitnesses reported that the victims were traveling from Kumasi to Offinso when the collision took place.
The female victim, a building materials trader, and the mini truck driver were killed instantly when the vehicle burst into flames, leaving their bodies severely burnt.
The trailer driver and his assistant, who were injured, are currently receiving treatment at a local hospital.
Authorities have launched investigations to determine the cause of the accident, and the bodies of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital morgue for further examination.
