A tragic incident near Ho, Volta Region, when a Mercedes Benz Bus (GR 1645-W) collided with a Zoomlion Refuse Truck (GR 6205-10), has claimed the lives of 8 out of the 16 occupants on board.
The Benz Bus, en route to Ho, reportedly experienced brake failure while descending a hill, resulting in a head-on collision with the Zoomlion Truck, forcing it into a ditch.
The preliminary investigation suggests the severity of the crash was exacerbated by the failed brakes.
Despite the devastating impact, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) noted that the swift intervention of its rescuers played a crucial role in saving 9 lives.
The injured passengers from both vehicles, along with the trapped driver of the Zoomlion Refuse Truck, were extricated from the badly mangled vehicles and promptly transported to the Ho Teaching Hospital for urgent medical attention.
Regrettably, one of the injured passengers succumbed to injuries after receiving treatment at the Ho Hospital.
The incident also resulted in substantial damage to the head of the Zoomlion Truck, the Benz Bus, and its cargo, comprising food items and other contents.