The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has announced that it has begun a probe into the death of Kweku Mensah, a student who was involved in a road accident on campus.

In a statement released by the institution on March 7, 2026, it was disclosed that the Level 200 Commerce student was riding a motorcycle to retrieve his identification card for an examination when a collision occurred.

The motorcycle reportedly collided with an Ayalolo bus, and the student sustained serious injuries. He was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival.

“Cape Coast, Friday, March 6, 2026: We regret to announce the tragic death of Kweku Mensah, a Level 200 Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) student, following a road traffic accident on campus on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at about 3:00 p.m. along the Amissah-Arthur Language Centre and the Sandwich Lecture Theatre (SWLT) stretch.

"Preliminary information indicates that the student was riding a motorcycle to retrieve his identification card from Oguaa Hall for a scheduled examination. The motorcycle reportedly collided with an Ayalolo bus, leading to severe injuries. The student was rushed to the UCC Hospital, where he was unfortunately pronounced dead after efforts to resuscitate him failed,” parts of the statement read.

The Cape Coast-based institution noted that the case has been reported to the police and other relevant security agencies for investigations to ascertain the facts surrounding the incident.

“The matter has been reported to the UCC Police and the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) for investigations. The body has been deposited at the UCC Morgue pending further procedures. Subsequently, his family has been duly informed about the sad event.

“The University extends its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and urges the University community to remain calm as investigations continue,” the statement added.

Read the statement in the post below:



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