Young Man Electrocuted on Power Pole at Ashale Botwe
A young man has died after being electrocuted on an electricity pole at Ashale Botwe, a suburb in the Greater Accra Region, in a tragic accident that has shocked residents and commuters in the area.
The incident occurred on Saturday, January 17, 2026, when the victim reportedly climbed the pole. Emergency responders were called to the scene, but the young man was dead on arrival at the hospital. The circumstances leading to the electrocution are currently under investigation by the police and electricity distribution authorities.
Fatal Electrocution at Ashale Botwe
Graphic Online reports that the victim, whose identity is yet to be publicly disclosed, was electrocuted while on an electricity pole at Ashale Botwe. Community members nearby raised the alarm after hearing a loud noise and noticing the man on the pole before the accident happened.
Police and emergency medical teams were quickly mobilized, but the victim succumbed to his injuries before he could receive medical treatment.
Investigations Underway
Authorities from the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Ghana Police Service have begun investigations to establish the exact circumstances that led to the electrocution. Investigators are looking into whether there were safety breaches or negligence involved.
Police say they will share updates as the probe advances and urged residents to avoid climbing utility poles due to the clear danger posed by high-voltage lines.
Community Reaction
Residents of Ashale Botwe expressed sadness and concern over the incident, noting that utility poles carry high-voltage cables and are not meant for climbing. Some community members urged authorities to heighten public awareness about the dangers associated with electrical infrastructure.
The accident has raised broader questions about safety around power lines and the need for improved public education on electrical hazards in urban areas.
