Kwabena Addo Sarpong, the Assemblyman representing the Akyem Tafo Ahenbronum electoral area in the Abuakwa North Municipality of the Eastern Region, met an unfortunate and unexpected death during the Ohum Festival celebration in New Tafo.
While riding his motorcycle, he was involved in a fatal accident when a speeding vehicle collided with him, leading to his untimely demise.
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The incident occurred as Mr. Sarpong was attempting to cross the road from the Akyem Kukurantumi junction towards the Akyem New Tafo township.
The vehicle, traveling at a high speed, struck him, causing immediate fatality. The collision was so severe that the vehicle dragged the Assemblyman approximately two meters before coming to a stop.
The driver of the vehicle, whose identity is currently unknown, fled the scene promptly after the accident.
Nana Adwoa Duako, speaking on behalf of the late Assembly member’s family, appealed to the public for their assistance in apprehending the driver responsible.
The unexpected and tragic death of the Assemblyman has deeply saddened the entire community of Akyem Tafo, as residents express their shock and sorrow.
The body of the late Assemblyman has been taken to the Akyem Kukurantumi Community Hospital.
Authorities are actively investigating the incident with the aim of bringing the driver to justice.
