A man has died after falling into a pit while being chased by police in Kumasi. The incident happened on Wednesday.
The deceased was believed to be involved in criminal activities. He was attempting to evade arrest when he fell into the dug-out pit.
Police officers were pursuing the man when the incident took place. Details about the exact location of the pit were not immediately available.
Emergency services were called to the scene. Efforts to retrieve the man from the pit were made.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His body has been sent for an autopsy.
The Ghana Police Service is investigating the circumstances surrounding the chase and the man's death.
More information is expected as the investigation continues.