BY Grace Zigah
A tragic road accident along the Somanya–Aseseso stretch in the Eastern Region has claimed the life of a police officer and left two others injured, once again drawing attention to the dangers associated with the notorious Aseseso hill.
The fatal incident occurred on Saturday, March 21, 2026, on the Somanya–Koforidua highway when a mini-KIA Rhino truck belonging to the Ghana Police Service reportedly lost control while descending the steep Aseseso slope.
According to preliminary reports, the vehicle, which was carrying three police personnel, was travelling from Begoro towards Ashaiman when the accident occurred. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the driver struggled to maintain control as the truck veered off the road during the descent.
Emergency responders from the Ghana National Fire Service, specifically from the Kpong Municipal Fire Station, were quickly dispatched to the scene to carry out rescue operations.
In a statement issued by the Fire Service, initial investigations point to a possible mechanical fault as the cause of the crash. Authorities suspect that a defect in the vehicle’s gear system may have contributed to the loss of control, ultimately leading to the fatal outcome.
The driver, a police officer, sustained severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The identities of the victims have not yet been officially disclosed.
The two other officers onboard survived the crash but sustained varying degrees of injuries. They were promptly attended to by emergency teams and transported to the Yilo Krobo District Hospital for medical treatment. Their current condition remains unclear.
The Somanya–Aseseso highway, particularly the steep descent at Aseseso, has long been identified as a high-risk accident zone, with several fatal incidents recorded over the years. Concerns have frequently been raised about vehicle roadworthiness, driver caution, and the need for enhanced safety measures along the stretch.
Authorities are expected to launch a full investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident and to recommend measures aimed at preventing future occurrences.
