In a tragic incident, a 13-year-old girl, identified as Hamida Adam, lost her life while attempting to swim in a 10-feet deep manhole filled with water in Nakori, Upper West Region.
The distressing incident was reported to the Wa Municipal Fire Station, prompting a swift response from a team of rescuers. After their efforts, the lifeless body of Hamida Adam, a pupil of Angel International School, was retrieved from the manhole.
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According to the statement issued by the Regional Fire Service, the unfortunate incident occurred when Hamida ventured to swim in the 10-feet deep manhole, unaware of the danger it posed. The presence of water in the manhole may have enticed her, leading to the tragic accident.
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The retrieved body has been handed over to the Police for further investigations to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the young girl’s death.
Source : Adomonline
