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A hit-and-run incident on the Kanda Highway in Accra claimed the life of a pedestrian on the evening of Tuesday, October 8, 2024. The accident occurred around 8:30 p.m. when the driver of a Toyota V8 struck the pedestrian and fled the scene, causing heavy traffic congestion.
Eyewitness Shaibu Danjuma reported that the driver initially stopped but quickly sped off, leaving the victim, who remains unidentified, at the scene. The pedestrian was pronounced dead shortly after the police arrived, and the body was transported to an undisclosed mortuary for further investigation.
Residents have expressed concerns about the frequent accidents along the highway, blaming the incidents on poor visibility due to the absence of streetlights. The tragic event has renewed calls for improved lighting and road safety measures in the area. Authorities are working to locate the driver involved in the incident.
