Elderly Man Found Dead Behind Accra General Post Office
- An elderly man was found dead behind the Accra General Post Office, drawing concern in the area as residents gathered around the scene
- Residents initially thought the man was asleep, but the situation later raised alarm after he remained motionless for an extended period
- Two Ghanaian youths lost their lives after being trapped in a galamsey pit collapse, marking another tragic incident linked to illegal mining activities
An elderly man has been found dead behind the General Post Office in Accra, prompting concern among residents in the area.
Source: UGC
According to an X video shared on April 24, 2026, by CDR AFRICA, the man was initially thought to be asleep when he was first noticed.
However, suspicions grew after he remained motionless for an extended period, leading to closer observation by passersby.
The situation was subsequently reported to the police, who have since been called to the scene to assess the circumstances surrounding the incident.
As of now, authorities have yet to publicly address the matter or provide further details regarding the identity of the deceased or the cause of death.
"An elderly man was found dead behind the General Post Office in Accra. Residents initially thought he was asleep. Police have been called to the scene," CDR AFRICA posted on his page.
Watch the video as residents around the Accra General Post Office discovered that the elderly man was dead in the X post below.
Former Akatsi North DCE Prince Amuzu dies
Also, a former District Chief Executive (DCE) of the Akatsi North District, Dr Prince Sodoke Amuzu, has been reported dead.
Goodman Paul Ayrah, Second Vice Chairman of the NPP in Akatsi North, confirmed the death to the media.
GNA reported that news of the death had been received in NPP circles but noted that official communication from the bereaved family and the party hierarchy was yet to be issued.
Amuzu served as DCE for Akatsi North and was associated with efforts to promote local development, including initiatives in education, healthcare delivery, and rural infrastructure.
Until his demise, he was described as a development-oriented administrator and public servant with experience in local governance and policy implementation.
He held various professional and leadership roles within the public sector, contributing to district-level planning, administration, and community development initiatives.
During his tenure, he pushed for community-based projects, including the expansion of school infrastructure, support for Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds, and the improvement of feeder roads to enhance access to farming communities.
He was also noted for promoting grassroots participation in governance, strengthening institutional coordination, and supporting revenue mobilisation efforts within the district.
Source: Facebook
Two die in a galamsey pit collapse
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that a 22-year-old woman whose name was given as Serwaa and a man of the same age have reportedly lost their lives in a galamsey pit at Assin Dansame in the Assin North District of the Central Region.
Galamsey is a popular local term used for illegal mining.
Reports suggest that an 18-year-old boy has been injured and has been sent to the hospital for medical attention.
Source: YEN.com.gh
