The Eastern Regional Directorate of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has expressed worry about the increase in fatalities and injuries despite a decline in the number of reported crashes.
This was noted in a release of provisional statistics for road traffic crashes and casualties in the region for the year 2024 during an engagement with the new Eastern Regional Minister Rita Akosua Awatey.
According to the report, a total of 13,489 road crashes were recorded in 2024, involving 22,975 vehicles, these crashes resulted in 15,607 injuries, 2,395 pedestrian knockdowns, and 2,494 fatalities.
This marks an increase in deaths and injuries compared to 2023, even though the number of reported crashes, pedestrian knockdowns, and vehicles involved decreased.
According to the report, the region recorded 14,135 road crashes, involving 23,998 vehicles, with 2,276 fatalities, 2,559 pedestrian knockdowns, and 15,409 injuries in 2023. The 2024 figures show a concerning trend, as the severity of crashes appears to have worsened, leading to more deaths and injuries despite fewer incidents.
Addressing the departmental heads, Mrs. Awatey urged them to move beyond administrative roles and become actively involved in fieldwork.
“Do not be armchair leaders and managers. Be field officers who acquaint themselves with the realities on the ground and the happenings in your areas of work.”
“It is time we all put our hands on deck to help reduce this carnage on our roads, all stakeholders must join the campaign and not leave anyone behind because drivers, passengers and pedestrians all need to arrive at their destinations safely and in one piece.”
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