On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, a traffic accident shook downtown Adzopé. A young pedestrian was hit by a tricycle at the Celpaid intersection, requiring her immediate transfer to the emergency services.

The circumstances of the tragedy

The accident occurred around 11 a.m. on the road leading to the new train station. At that time, traffic was particularly heavy.

According to witnesses at the scene, the driver of a tricycle was caught off guard by the traffic jam. Traveling at excessive speed, he reportedly attempted to overtake a taxi on the right to make his way through the congestion. It was during this risky maneuver that he violently struck the young woman who was riding on the shoulder of the road.

Rapid intervention by emergency services

The emergency response was exemplary:

1. Immediate alert: Passersby alerted emergency services as soon as the impact occurred.
2. First aid: Civil firefighters from Adzopé, dispatched to the scene, stabilized the victim.
3. Evacuation: The young girl was urgently transported to the Regional Hospital Center (CHR) of Adzopé aboard an ONPC ambulance.

Note: Although the circumstances of the accident are clearly linked to driver negligence, an investigation will be necessary to determine responsibility. At present, no official medical bulletin regarding the victim's condition has been released.

Road safety: This accident serves as a reminder of the importance of caution near intersections and the need for three-wheeled vehicles to respect speed limits, even in the event of traffic congestion.