A diesel tanker overturned near Asankari on Saturday morning January 18, 2025, on the Accra-Kumasi highway, resulting in a multi-vehicle accident that blocked traffic and caused chaos on the busy route.
Victims of the crash were immediately rushed to the hospital for medical treatment, while emergency services worked to clear the wreckage and ensure the safety of the area.
In a shocking turn of events, as diesel leaked from the tanker, hundreds of community members including minors rushed to the scene with cans, barrels, and even motorcycles to collect the spilled fuel.
A video shared by Channel 1 TV on X captured the scene, showing nearly 300 people swarming the roadside, desperately attempting to gather the flowing diesel.
This dangerous and risky behavior has raised concerns about public safety.
The area was a potential fire hazard due to the diesel spill, and the frantic looting could have led to serious injuries or worse.
The community members, many of whom appeared to be unaware of the potential danger, were seen ignoring the obvious risks in favor of collecting the fuel.
As of now, local authorities have not issued an official statement condemning or addressing the actions of those involved in the fuel looting.
The authorities are yet to respond publicly, though it is expected that they will investigate both the cause of the tanker crash and the dangerous actions of those who gathered the spilled fuel.
Investigations into the circumstances of the accident and the potential legal consequences for those involved in the looting are likely to follow.
It remains to be seen how local government and law enforcement will respond to this incident, especially given the risk it posed to public safety and the possible violations of regulations regarding hazardous materials.
On Saturday morning, a diesel tanker overturned near Asankari on the Accra-Kumasi highway, causing a multi-vehicle accident and blocking traffic. Victims were rushed to the hospital for medical attention.
Shockingly, as diesel flowed from the tanker, community members—including… pic.twitter.com/IlmngfCVVC
— CITI FM 97.3 (@Citi973) January 18, 2025
