An incident at Suame-Maakro in Kumasi has tragically lead to the death of four individuals and 11 others who sustained severe injuries early Tuesday morning.

The collision occurred when a cargo vehicle en route to Burkina Faso collided with an urban bus. Two victims succumbed immediately, while the other two passed away upon arrival at the Tafo Government Hospital.

Eyewitnesses stated that the crash occurred at approximately 6:00 am as the bus, registered as As-3600-17, was refueling at a gas station and merging onto the main road.

The collision with the cargo truck, identified by registration WR-184-N, resulted in the fatalities. Bystanders at the scene aided in transporting the injured to the hospital, where they are currently receiving medical attention.

Authorities in Suame have officially acknowledged the accident and commenced an inquiry.

Meanwhile, in another incident, two individuals perished in a fiery head-on collision between motorcycles at Offinso Kwaagyekrom near Offinso Anyinasuso in the Ashanti Region.

Emergency responders swiftly transported two others with critical injuries to Offinso Hospital for immediate medical care.

The tragic event unfolded last Tuesday when two motorcycles collided, resulting in one catching fire.

The deceased individuals have been transferred to Offinso Saint Patrick Hospital, while the injured victims received transportation to Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.