Management of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has suspended two doctors and two nurses following their alleged failure to provide emergency treatment to a road accident victim.
The victim later died of his injuries after being turned away from three hospitals while in an ambulance.
In a press statement issued by the hospital on Monday, February 23, 2026, management revealed that it has constituted a committee to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and the unfortunate death of the hit-and-run victim.
All personnel linked to the case have been directed to cooperate fully with the investigative process to ensure transparency and fairness.
“Pending the outcome of the committee’s work, the Board and Management call on all persons connected to the matter to cooperate fully with the committee to ensure a fair and transparent inquiry,” the statement explained.
Further checks revealed that the deceased, 29-year-old Charles Amissah, an engineer with Promasidor Ghana Limited, sustained severe shoulder injuries in a hit-and-run accident at the Circle Overpass in Accra on February 6, 2026.
Reports indicate that Amissah was unable to secure medical treatment at the Police Hospital, Ridge Hospital, and Korle Bu due to a lack of available beds. While at Korle Bu, he reportedly went into cardiac arrest.
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has reiterated its commitment to accountability, transparency, and the delivery of quality healthcare services. “Further information will be communicated upon completion of the investigation,” the statement concluded.