A tragic accident near a galamsey site in Twifo Mmaa Baasa, in the Twifo Atti Morkwa District of the Central Region, has claimed the life of a 22-year-old SHS graduate, identified as Nana Yaw.
An eyewitness told GNA that Nana Yaw, who was riding a motorcycle while speaking on the phone, lost control of the bike and collided with another person on a motorcycle.
He was thrown off his bike, suffering a fatal neck injury.
He was rushed to the Twifo Atti Morkwa District Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, while the other rider is in critical condition at the same hospital.
The body has been deposited at the Twifo Atti Morkwa District morgue by unknown individuals.
The Twifo Atti Morkwa District Police Commander, DSP Charles Addei Boateng, claimed the police were not aware of the incident.