Three people have been reported dead following the collapse of a mining pit at Manso Takorase in the Amansie South District of the Ashanti Region.

The incident occurred on October 1, 2025. Details have indicated that six individuals went to work on an old mining pit but were unfortunately trapped in it.

Three of the remaining persons were rescued alive by the team deployed to the scene, but the other three were confirmed dead.

Meanwhile, the bodies of the deceased persons have been deposited at the St. Martin’s Catholic Hospital morgue.

The police have also launched an investigation into the circumstances leading to the incident.

Mixed reactions greet DStv package upgrades