Breaking News: 16-Year-Old Boy’s Body Discovered in Abandoned Galamsey Pit
A tragic incident has occurred in Akyem Aboabo, Birim Central Municipality, Eastern Region, where a 16-year-old boy’s lifeless body was found in an abandoned galamsey pit near the Birim River. The body was discovered floating in the pit, and locals later retrieved it.
The circumstances surrounding the boy’s death are still unclear, but reports suggest he might have been swimming in the pit when the incident occurred.
This incident has raised concerns about the safety risks associated with galamsey operations in the region.
This is not the first incident of its kind in the region. Recently, a mining pit collapsed at Akyem Wankyi, killing four people, while another incident occurred at Akyem Wenchi, where search efforts ended without finding any bodies.
The proliferation of abandoned galamsey pits poses significant threats to residents, especially in areas where these pits remain uncovered and treacherous.
The community is in shock, and many are outraged by the tragedy. There are growing demands for accountability from those responsible for the pit and for greater awareness and action to prevent such incidents.
The authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the boy’s death.
