A devastating accident occurred at the Gomoa Mpota checkpoint on the Kasoa-Winneba highway in the Central Region on Friday, June 21, resulting in the death of a police officer. Stephen Nii Quaye, a policeman attached to the Winneba Divisional Police Command, lost his life in the tragic incident.
According to eyewitnesses, the accident happened around 11:00 pm when a Kia truck crashed into the police officer at the checkpoint. The truck, with registration number GR-6419-N, had reportedly hit two cars before colliding with the metal at the police checkpoint and running over the officer.
An eyewitness, Joseph Asamoah, revealed in an interview with Kofi Tutu News that the driver of the Kia truck admitted to being asleep at the wheel. “The driver was visibly shaken and distraught, and he confessed that he had dozed off while driving,” Asamoah said.
Three passengers on board the truck sustained injuries and are receiving treatment at the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital. The driver is currently in police custody, facing charges of reckless driving and manslaughter.
The police have launched an investigation into the incident, and authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution and stay alert while driving, especially at night.
The deceased police officer, Stephen Nii Quaye, was a dedicated and hardworking member of the police force, and his colleagues are mourning his loss. “He was a good man and a dedicated officer,” said a colleague. “His death is a tragic loss to the police service and his family.”
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of staying vigilant on the roads. The police are urging drivers to prioritize safety and avoid driving while tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
