The driver who fled after hitting and killing two former Achimota School students, Davida Asante Boateng and Lilian Akorli, has been arrested, according to family sources.
The devastating incident, which occurred on March 7, 2025, along the Achimota Highway, claimed the lives of the two young women, both members of the Old Achimotan Association 2024 (OAA24) and former residents of Stopford House.
Confirming the arrest, Alice Safoa, aunt of the late Davida, said that the driver was apprehended by police following a chase on the night of the incident.
According to an official report from the Executive Board of OAA24, the victims were returning to the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) after attending the Annual Bonfire Celebration at Achimota School.
At approximately 11:30 PM, a vehicle, reportedly a black Corolla, knocked them down while they were crossing the highway.
According to eyewitnesses, the driver failed to stop and attend to his victims, but rather sped off.
It tool bystanders to rush the victims to the hospital. Upon arriving at the medical facility at around 12:02 AM, the doctors went into action to save the girls’ lives.
Despite efforts by medical personnel, Davida Asante Boateng was pronounced dead at 4:00 AM on March 8. Lilian Akorli, though critically injured, fought for her life but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries later that morning.
In an official statement signed by Brainard Apraku, President of OAA24, and Wendy Naaki Tetteh, General Secretary, the association extended its heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and pledged to provide support during this difficult time.
“The Old Achimotan Association (OAA24) extends our deepest condolences to the families of Davida and Lilian. We will continue to provide support to their families and find ways to honor their memory,” the statement read.
The association also promised to keep the public informed about any further details regarding the accident.
