ACCRA: Ghanaian actor and politician John Dumelo has urged for justice in the wake of a tragic accident involving the son of Archbishop Salifu Amoako, which resulted in two fatalities. Dumelo has called for a thorough investigation by the police to ensure accountability for those responsible.
According to Ghana Web, Dumelo, who is also the NDC parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency, stated his commitment to monitoring the case closely to ensure that justice is served for the bereaved families. He refrained from passing specific judgment but stressed the necessity of letting the law take its course. His remarks were made during the burial service of one of the deceased on October 23, 2024, where he emphasized the importance of following the case to its conclusion.
The accident, which took place on October 12, 2024, was captured on CCTV footage. It showed Elrad Amoako, the son of Archbishop Salifu Amoako, speeding toward a junction before colliding with another vehicle, which resulte
d in a fire. The collision led to the deaths of two girls and left three others critically injured. Assistant Division Officer Alex King Nartey from the Ghana National Fire Service confirmed these details, noting that the deceased were passengers in the Acura vehicle involved in the crash.