A major fire outbreak has destroyed parts of Sunyani Circuit Court B in the early hours of Sunday, April 26, 2026, causing extensive damage to court property and vital legal records.
Information gathered indicates that the blaze broke out around 3:00 a.m., rapidly engulfing sections of the court building before emergency responders arrived.
Preliminary reports suggest that important court documents and operational materials were destroyed in the fire, raising concerns about possible disruptions to ongoing cases and scheduled hearings.
Current Situation
- Casualties: No injuries or fatalities have been reported so far.
- Cause of Fire: The cause of the blaze remains unknown and is currently under investigation.
- Extent of Damage: Significant destruction has been reported, including legal records and court property critical to the facility’s operations.
Officials from the Ghana National Fire Service responded to the scene and are expected to conduct a full assessment to determine the extent of damage and possible cause of the incident.
Legal practitioners and court users in Sunyani are likely to face disruptions in the coming days as authorities evaluate the impact of the fire on court operations.
Authorities are expected to issue an official statement as investigations continue.
Updates will be provided as more details emerge.
By paqmediagh/Peter Quao Adattor
