One more person has been confirmed dead as a result of the explosion at occurred in Appiatse in the Western Region on January 20, 2022.
Paul Asare is the latest person to die as a result of the explosion.
The 38-year old was pronounced dead at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi on Monday, June 6, 2022.
He is said to have fell unconscious after he complained of stomach upset and was rushed to KATH for medical attention on Friday June 3 where he gave up the ghost.
According to statement by the Public Relations Unit of the Appiatse Disaster Relief Committee on Monday June 6, Paul Asare was one of the severely injured victims of the explosion that took the lives of over 14 individuals.
The committee said Mr Asare had his belly opened by the explosion and has been visiting the hospital for reviews since he was discharged about two months ago from the Tarkwa Municipal Hospital.
“The cause of death has not been communicated yet but The APPIATSE DISASTER RELIEF COMMITTEE has been reliably informed about his departure.
“Mr Paul Asare is survived by a wife and three children. The Committee extend our condolences to the bereaved family and pledge our support in this trying moments,” the statement added…
