Cornerstone International Academy has confirmed the tragic loss of two students in a recent car accident in East Legon involving a collision between two vehicles.

The institution also reported that two additional students are currently receiving medical care in the hospital.

The crash resulted in a fire that consumed both vehicles, leaving them unrecognizable, and led to the fatalities of two individuals, along with injuries to three others.

In an official statement, the school expressed its sorrow over the passing of its students due to the incident. To support the grieving families, Cornerstone International Academy has decided to suspend academic activities starting October 15, 2024.

The school will observe a mid-term break and is set to resume classes on October 21, 2024.

“As we mourn the loss of our beloved students, our thoughts and prayers remain with the affected families. In this difficult time, we have decided to close school early for the mid-term break, effective tomorrow, October 15, 2024,” excerpts of the statement read.

“This adjustment demonstrates solidarity with grieving families and allows students and staff to process their emotions.”

“May the departed souls rest in peace. We wish those hospitalised a speedy recovery.”