The New Tafo-Akim District Police Command is investigating a fatal accident that claimed the life of a school nurse in the early hours of Friday, May 8, 2026.
According to police, the incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. near the Lakeside washing bay at OPASS Junction in the Eastern Region.
The victim, identified as Edward Cann, 36, was found lying near his Royal motorbike with registration number M-23-UE 424, suffering from severe injuries.
He was rushed to the New Tafo-Akim Government Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the deceased was travelling from Kukurantumi toward OPASS Junction when the accident happened.
Police suspect the rider may have failed to disengage the motorbike’s kickstand, which allegedly struck the road surface while the bike was in motion, causing him to lose control and crash.
The body has since been deposited at the New Tafo-Akim Government Hospital mortuary for preservation and autopsy, while the motorbike has been impounded for further investigations.
The Police have extended condolences to the bereaved family and the community.
