A tragic accident occurred at Patasi in the Ashanti Region, claiming the lives of two individuals and leaving another critically injured.
The incident happened when a school bus belonging to Palmar International School, located in the Kumasi Metropolis, lost control and crashed into a storey building.
The accident took place on the evening of Monday, April 7, 2025, around 5:00 PM.
The deceased have been identified as Maame Serwaa, 74, and Alfred, believed to be between 45 and 50 years old. The injured victim, identified only as Wofa, is currently receiving treatment at the Suntreso Government Hospital.
Speaking to OTEC News reporter Sarkodie Samuel, a tenant of the house revealed that Maame Serwaa had invited Alfred over to assess a plumbing issue in the bathroom.
At the time of the accident, the two were reportedly seated at a pub in front of the house, discussing the estimated cost of the repairs.
According to eyewitness accounts, the driver of the school bus claimed that the vehicle’s brakes failed, resulting in the crash.
“It took the intervention of the police and personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service to rescue those who were trapped,” the tenant recounted.
The crash caused significant property damage and has sent shockwaves through the Patasi community.
The deceased have been taken to the morgue, while the police have launched an investigation into the incident. The driver of the bus is currently assisting with the investigation.
