A disturbing discovery on the Tema-Accra Motorway has prompted an urgent investigation by the Tema Regional Police Command after the body of a pregnant woman was found lifeless along the busy highway.
The deceased, believed to be in her 40s, was discovered around 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025, under unclear circumstances.
The exact location along the motorway has not been disclosed, but authorities say the scene showed no immediate signs of a road traffic accident, raising questions about the cause of death.
Eyewitnesses and motorists who came upon the scene quickly alerted the police, who cordoned off the area for initial assessments.
According to preliminary reports, the woman was visibly pregnant at the time of her death. However, her identity remains unknown, and no form of identification was found on her.
In a public appeal, the police are urging anyone with information that could help identify the woman or notify her family to come forward. Members of the public can contact the nearest police station or call the dedicated hotlines: 0246259137, 0547272599, or 18555.
The Tema Regional Police Command has assured the public that thorough investigations are underway to determine the cause of death and whether foul play was involved.
A postmortem examination is expected to be conducted in the coming days to shed light on the circumstances surrounding her tragic passing.
This incident has left many commuters and residents in shock, with renewed calls for increased security surveillance and patrols along the motorway, especially in less-trafficked areas where vulnerable individuals may be at risk.
As investigations continue, authorities are also encouraging the media and civil society to help disseminate the woman’s description to aid in identification and ensure that her family is informed.
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