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The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has launched a full-scale investigation into the alleged refusal of emergency medical care that reportedly led to the death of a 29-year-old engineer, Charles Amissah.
Mr. Amissah died after he was involved in a hit-and-run accident at the Nkrumah Circle Overpass on February 6, 2026.
Reports indicate that although he was stabilised by Emergency Medical Technicians from the National Ambulance Service, he was allegedly denied admission at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Ridge Hospital, and the Police Hospital due to the unavailability of beds.
In a statement issued on February 16, 2026, HeFRA described the incident as deeply distressing and said it views the allegations with utmost seriousness.
The Agency, mandated under the Health Institutions and Facilities Act, 2011 (Act 829), said it is determined to get to the bottom of the matter.
HeFRA assured the family of the deceased and the general public that investigations would be thorough and transparent, adding that the findings would be communicated to the sector minister upon completion.
The Agency further stated that it would not hesitate to sanction any health facility found to have violated regulatory provisions relating to emergency healthcare services.
HeFRA also extended its condolences to the family of Mr. Charles Amissah.
