A fuel tanker belonging to Star Oil Ghana was involved in an accident on Thursday at Asukawkaw market in the Oti Region, claiming the lives of four people, including three women and a one-year-old girl.
Reports indicate that 14 others sustained various degrees of injury.
According to eyewitness accounts, the driver lost control of the vehicle while approaching the busy market area, ramming into traders and shoppers.
The impact left a trail of destruction, scattering goods and sending people fleeing for safety.
The injured persons were rushed to nearby health facilities for treatment, while the bodies of the deceased were taken to the morgue.
The police in the area have launched investigations to determine the exact cause of the crash, though preliminary reports suggest brake failure could be a factor.
In a statement reacting to the incident, the management of Star Oil Limited extended its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives.
The company said, “Our thoughts are also with the injured persons, and we wish them a swift and full recovery.”
“We are working closely with emergency services and local authorities to ensure that all necessary support is provided to the affected families and individuals,” the company added.
The company stated that it had initiated its internal investigative processes and would collaborate fully with the police to determine the cause of the accident.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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