Four traders have been involved in a gruesome accident after a commercial bus, popularly known as a trotro, lost control and plowed into them at the Dr. Mensah Station in Kumasi.

The accident, which occurred on Tuesday, March 18, was reportedly caused by brake failure, sending the vehicle careening off the road and into a cluster of roadside stalls.

According to reports, the life of one trader has been lost, while three others remain in critical condition.

Eyewitnesses described a terrifying scene as pedestrians scrambled for safety while the bus barreled through the busy trading area. Some bystanders rushed to rescue the injured before emergency responders arrived.

The victims sustained severe injuries and were quickly transported to the Manhyia Government Hospital, where medical staff are working to stabilize the survivors.