A tragic accident in Awutu Bereku, Central Region, has claimed the lives of four individuals and left many others injured.

The incident, which took place early on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, involved a collision between a tipper truck with registration number GS 2820-21 and a Ford transit with registration number GG 5447-22.

According to a passenger named Nii Armah, who suffered a cut on his forehead, they were traveling from Accra towards Winneba when the tipper truck, traveling in the opposite direction, lost control and crossed into their lane, resulting in the collision.

The impact of the crash was devastating, instantly claiming the lives of four individuals and causing injuries to several others, including a toddler.

The injured victims were promptly transported to St Gregory Hospital for medical attention, while the deceased were taken to the morgue.

The authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine the cause of the tragic incident.