In relation to a train accident on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line on Thursday, April 18, 2024, the driver of a Hyundai truck with registration number GS 9018 – 20 has been taken into custody by the Ghana Police Service.
The train involved in the mishap during the trial run.
The suspect left the truck unattended on the railway track, which led to a collision with a Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) train, according to police preliminary investigations. The incident happened earlier yesterday, however it is unclear when exactly the collision happened.
There have been no confirmed casualties as of yet, despite emergency services being called to the scene. While information about the truck’s damage has not been made public, the collision caused damage to the train.
The driver is assisting the police in their investigation into the cause of the collision and has been placed under arrest. Regarding possible charges the driver might be facing, the police have not yet disclosed any information.
The accident may have an effect on train services because the Tema-Mpakadan railway line is a vital route for both freight and passenger trains in the area.
Commuters are being advised by local authorities to keep an eye on travel updates in case of any delays.
More information is anticipated to be made public in the next few days as police work on their investigation.