A man believed to be in his late 30s is in critical condition following a suspected hit-and-run incident along the Nkwanta–Kpassa stretch of the Eastern Corridor Road in the Oti Region. When Adom News correspondent Obrempongba K. Owusu arrived at the scene, the victim was reportedly still alive but severely injured, with a badly broken left leg and profuse bleeding.

According to eyewitnesses and road users, the man was first discovered lying in a pool of blood at about 5:30 a.m., with no immediate assistance rendered at the time of discovery. Witnesses said it remains unclear whether the victim was struck by a vehicle or a motorbike, although the incident is being treated as a hit-and-run case.

The matter has since been reported to the Nkwanta South Police Command, which is expected to begin investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify the person responsible. As of the time of filing this report, the identity of the victim had not yet been confirmed. He was also unable to communicate to assist in tracing his family.

Residents and road users along the stretch are calling for increased caution among motorists, as well as improved emergency response mechanisms to ensure quicker assistance to accident victims. The police have begun an investigation into the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward.

The incident has left the community in shock, with many calling for greater vigilance on the part of motorists. 'It's a wake-up call for us to be more careful on the roads,' said a local resident. 'We need to make sure that our emergency services are equipped to respond quickly and effectively in cases like this.'

The police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward and provide information. They are also appealing for anyone who may have been in the area at the time to report if they saw anything unusual. The investigation is ongoing, and the police will provide an update as more information becomes available.

'We are doing everything we can to uncover the circumstances surrounding this incident and hold those responsible accountable,' said a representative of the Nkwanta South Police Command.

Key Facts

  • The incident occurred on the Nkwanta-Kpassa stretch of the Eastern Corridor Road in the Oti Region.
  • The victim was believed to be in his late 30s.
  • He was found lying in a pool of blood with a badly broken leg and profuse bleeding.
  • The incident is being treated as a hit-and-run case.
  • The police have begun an investigation into the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward.

A police spokesperson said that the investigation is ongoing and that they are working to identify the person responsible. They are also working to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that justice is served. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation.

As of the time of filing this report, the identity of the victim had not yet been confirmed. However, the police are working to identify him and inform his family.

The incident has left the community in shock, with many calling for greater vigilance on the part of motorists. 'We need to make sure that our emergency services are equipped to respond quickly and effectively in cases like this,' said a local resident. 'It's a wake-up call for us to be more careful on the roads.'

The police are urging everyone to exercise caution on the roads and to report any suspicious activity to the authorities. They are also working to improve emergency response mechanisms and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.

The Nkwanta South Police Command is urging anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation. They are also appealing for anyone who may have been in the area at the time to report if they saw anything unusual.

The Nkwanta-Kpassa Road

The Nkwanta-Kpassa Road is a major thoroughfare that connects the Oti Region to other parts of the country. It is an important route for trade and commerce and is used by many motorists every day.

The road has a reputation for being one of the most accident-prone in the region, with many incidents reported in recent years. The police have stepped up efforts to improve road safety and reduce the number of accidents on the road.

However, despite these efforts, accidents continue to occur, and the police are urging motorists to exercise caution and be more vigilant on the roads.

The Nkwanta South Police Command is working to improve emergency response mechanisms and ensure that those responsible are held accountable. They are also urging everyone to exercise caution on the roads and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

The police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation. They are also urging anyone who may have been in the area at the time to report if they saw anything unusual.

The incident has left the community in shock, and many are calling for greater vigilance on the part of motorists. 'We need to make sure that our emergency services are equipped to respond quickly and effectively in cases like this,' said a local resident. 'It's a wake-up call for us to be more careful on the roads.'