Speeding Trotro Hits Pedestrian on Achimota Highway: Eyewitness Accounts and Police Response

Accra Pedestrian Hit by Speeding Trotro; Driver Flees, Later Surrenders to Police A serious pedestrian accident occurred on Friday, May 23, 2025, around 5:30 p.m. on the Achimota Highway in Accra, Ghana. A pedestrian was struck by a speeding trotro, sustaining severe injuries. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with bystanders attempting to apprehend the driver, who subsequently fled the scene. "The driver just sped off after hitting the man," stated one eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous. "People were very angry and tried to stop him, but he managed to escape." Police arrived on the scene and, with the help of another driver, transported the injured pedestrian to a nearby hospital for treatment. The driver later reported to the Tesano Police Station. The incident underscores the ongoing concerns about road safety in Accra and the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws. The police are currently investigating the incident and further details are expected to be released soon. The condition of the injured pedestrian is currently unknown.