{
  "id": 14956372,
  "title": "STC interdicts driver over viral overtaking video at Pokuase",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/stc-interdicts-driver-over-viral-overtaking-video-at-pokuase",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T12:43:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/stc-interdicts-driver-over-viral-overtaking-video-at-pokuase/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Intercity STC Coaches Limited has suspended a driver after a video went viral showing the driver dangerously overtaking a Sprinter bus at Pokuase and continuing on after the vehicles collided. The company has launched a thorough investigation into the incident, condemning the driver's actions as wholly unacceptable and in direct violation of their safety standards and professional conduct. The management revealed that the driver has been identified and is currently suspended while the company awaits an official report from the Pokuase Police Command to fully understand the events of the incident. STC emphasized that the driver's actions do not align with the company's stringent operational standards. They reaffirmed their dedication to passenger safety and responsible road use, expressing gratitude to the public for bringing the incident to their attention. The company assured all stakeholders that the full extent of the investigation and subsequent disciplinary process will be carried out to ensure justice.",
  "summary": "Intercity STC Coaches Limited has interdicted a driver captured in a viral social media video allegedly showing the driver dangerously overtaking a Sprinter bus at Pokuase and driving away after the two vehicles made contact. In a public notice, the company said it had commenced an immediate investigation into the incident, describing the driver’s conduct […]",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "STC interdicts driver over Pokuase overtaking incident",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/stc-interdicts-driver-over-pokuase-overtaking-incident",
        "published": "2026-10-16T13:01:37.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Ghanaian Times",
        "title": "STC interdicts driver over overtaking incident at Pokuase",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/stc-interdicts-driver-over-overtaking-incident-at-pokuase",
        "published": "2026-10-16T16:11:23.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}