Two police officers have died following a traffic accident in the Ofoase Ayirebi District of the Eastern Region. The incident occurred in Ofoase. The officers were off duty at the time of the crash.
The accident involved a motorbike and a stationary tricycle. Preliminary reports from the Ghana Police Service indicate the officers were returning from Ayirebi. They had gone to the area to purchase chicken.
One of the deceased officers was reportedly operating the motorbike. The other officer was a passenger. The collision happened when the motorbike ran into the tricycle that was parked.
The exact circumstances leading to the collision are under investigation by the Ghana Police Service. Further details regarding the speed of the motorbike or any other contributing factors have not yet been released.
Emergency services were called to the scene. Medical personnel pronounced the two officers deceased. Their bodies have been sent for further examination.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety. The Ghana Police Service is expected to provide updates as their investigation progresses.
Families of the deceased officers have been notified. Details about funeral arrangements will be communicated by the Ghana Police Service in due course.