One Person Confirmed Dead at UCC Second Gate Gory Accident

• A fatal accident has occurred at UCC’s second gate involving a tipper truck and three vehicles
• One pedestrian died and another person was hospitalised after reportedly being hit by a truck
• The incident has sparked public outcry and renewed concerns over road safety in the country
• Apostle Okai, a senior pastor at the Elim Church, shared his views on this story in an interview with YEN.com.gh

A devastating accident occurred on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at approximately 12:48 PM in front of the second gate of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) in Ghana's Central Region.

Reports suggested that at least one person was confirmed dead following a collision involving a tipper truck loaded with sand and three vehicles, including a Honda CRV SUV, a red saloon, and a rickshaw, locally known as 'pragya'.

CCTV footage captured the horrific incident, which showed the tipper truck running over a pedestrian who was waiting to cross the road.

The impact was severe, causing extensive damage to the vehicles involved. An occupant of the red saloon car was found unconscious and rushed to the hospital for treatment.

It is unclear whether any UCC students were involved in the gory accident, which happened in front of the school.

The police are likely to conduct an investigation into the accident, which will help determine the cause and identity the victims and those responsible.

The findings would also be crucial in determining liability and informing measures to prevent similar incidents.

UCC accident sparks road safety concerns

This unfortunate incident has sparked concerns about road safety in Ghana, particularly around busy intersections and areas with high pedestrian traffic. Authorities may need to review safety measures and enforcement to mitigate such risks.

While there are not yet clear details on the emergency response, it is crucial for authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly to determine the cause and prevent similar accidents in the future.

The video of the UCC accident has trended online.

Ghanaians react to devastating UCC accident

News of the accident at UCC's second gate has left many Ghanaians on social media heartbroken and devastated.

YEN.com.gh compiled a few of the reactions below:

@lexis_boadi said:

"It's soo Sad. I dnt really knw the place. But i think there is no traffic before and after the gate. They should be a traffic light before and after the gate. So those Crossing or doing the turn will also have their way on time. Bcs if you look at the previous cars who passed. You can clearly see the rate at which those cars were speeding. Its soo sad."

@nanaakuayirenkyiwa also said:

"Aaaah even if it's brake failure there were no cars on the road and he could have done something rather than running them over unless there is more to it cuz it doesn't make sense."

@egyiriba_lysis commented:

"Gosh…. I felt that."

Speaking to YEN.com.gh, Apostle Eric Okai, senior pastor at Elim Church in Accra and counsellor, said the tipper truck crash at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) second gate is a stark reminder of the urgent need for enhanced road safety measures in our communities.

Such incidents, he stated, do not only claim lives but also leave lasting impacts on families and the broader society.

"Road safety is not just a matter of personal responsibility, but a collective effort that requires the involvement of drivers, pedestrians, and authorities alike. We must work together to create safer roads and prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future," he said.

UCC final-year student dies in explosion

In related news, YEN.com.gh reported that a UCC student died tragically after a gas explosion in the Central Region.

The death of Candy Osei Abora left students and lecturers of Valco Hall and the wider university community reeling.

The university hall confirmed the news in an emotional statement, promising details about her funeral arrangements.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh