A taxi driver received a 10-year prison sentence from a Koforidua court. The sentence was for his role in a fatal accident that killed a pedestrian.
The accident occurred last year. The court found the driver guilty of careless and inconsiderate driving. This led to the pedestrian's death.
During the sentencing, the judge highlighted the critical need for drivers to follow road safety rules. The court emphasized that negligence on the road has severe consequences.
The pedestrian's death was a direct result of the driver's actions. Authorities confirmed the driver's responsibility in the incident.