The Ghana Police Service has secured the conviction of a driver captured in a widely circulated viral video engaging in dangerous driving on the Kumasi–Accra highway.
The convict, Agyarko Richard, who was driving a Toyota Voxy with registration number EN 551-26, was arrested after investigations by the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) following the video’s spread on social media.
According to police, the driver was charged with multiple offences, including driving on the wrong side of the road, causing obstruction, endangering other road users, and engaging in careless and inconsiderate driving—offences that contravene the country’s road traffic laws.
On May 8, 2026, Agyarko Richard was arraigned before the La Motor Court, where he pleaded guilty to all charges. The court, presided over by Her Worship Adwoa Sakyi Asumadu, convicted him on his own plea.
He was sentenced to pay a fine of 260 penalty units, equivalent to GH¢3,120.00, or serve 15 days in prison with hard labour in default. Additionally, he received a two-month custodial sentence with hard labour.
The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to enforcing road safety regulations and cautioned motorists against reckless behaviour on the roads. Authorities stress that such conduct continues to pose a significant threat to public safety and urged drivers to adhere strictly to traffic laws to safeguard lives and property.
