According to eyewitness accounts, the accident took place on a busy road in East Legon. Two vehicles, one believed to be traveling at high speed, collided head-on, causing extensive damage to both cars.
According to Ghana Crimes Ltd, moments after the impact, one of the vehicles caught fire, trapping the three girls who were sitting in the back seat. Despite the efforts of bystanders to assist and rescue them, the fire spread rapidly, leaving them unable to escape.
Emergency services, including the fire brigade and ambulance, responded quickly to the scene. Firefighters battled the flames, but unfortunately, it was too late to save the three girls. They were pronounced dead at the scene, while the drivers and other passengers involved in the crash were taken to the hospital for treatment. Their conditions remain unclear at this time.
The police have since launched an investigation to determine the circumstances leading to the crash. They are looking into possible causes, including speeding, reckless driving, and any other factors that may have contributed to the collision and the subsequent fire. Officials are also calling for any additional witnesses who may have seen the accident to come forward with information.
This tragic incident has left the entire East Legon community in grief. Friends and family of the victims are heartbroken, and many have expressed their sorrow over the loss of such young lives. Local leaders and residents have also expressed concerns about road safety in the area, urging authorities to take action to prevent future accidents.
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