Western Region records 2,800 road traffic accidents, 465 deaths in 11 months

The Western Region recorded 2,800 road traffic accidents, resulting in 465 deaths, between January and November 2025, according to the Motor Traffic and Transport Division (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service.

The Western Regional MTTD Commander, Superintendent Paul Bruce Amoah, disclosed this at a stakeholders’ meeting on “Safe and Responsible Driving During the Festive Season”, held on December 23, 2025.

“In the Western Region, we recorded 2,800 accidents from January up to November, leading to 465 deaths,” Superintendent Amoah stated.

5 killed in tragic head-on crash on Cape Coast-Takoradi highway

He expressed concern about unsafe driving practices among some motorists, noting that human error remains the leading cause of road traffic accidents in the region.

Superintendent Amoah explained that in response to the rising incidents, the MTTD has intensified sensitisation and public education campaigns, particularly during the festive season, to help reduce accidents and save lives.

“As a result of the Christmas festivities, we have stepped up our education in all transport terminals. We intend to cover all terminals from now until the end of Christmas and beyond,” he said.

Watch CCTV footage of another tragic accident at Asamankese that claimed one life

Recent tragic accidents, including a deadly head-on collision on the Cape Coast–Takoradi Highway and another fatal crash captured on CCTV at Asamankese, underscore the urgency of improved road safety awareness.

The MTTD has therefore appealed to drivers to observe speed limits, avoid reckless driving, and adhere strictly to road traffic regulations, especially during the festive period when road usage significantly increases.

Watch the video below:

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