MARGIBI COUNTY, LIBERIA – A devastating accident at Boy’s Town Junction on the Robertfield Highway in Margibi County has left seven people dead, including three sisters and two young children, while several others remain in critical condition. The fatal crash, which occurred on Sunday, March 9, 2025, involved a yellow truck colliding with a commercial taxi, trapping passengers and leaving a scene of chaos and heartbreak.
Among the deceased are Ruth Benson and two young children, including her niece, Naomi’s daughter. The other victims include Abraham Karnga, his son Eric Karnga, and the taxi driver, known locally as “Small Driver.” Two survivors, identified as Hannah and Naomi, remain in critical condition. The family was traveling to Buchanan after receiving news of the death of their elder brother earlier that day.
The harrowing scene was captured live by the Liberia National Television (LNTV), showing emergency responders using heavy machinery to free passengers trapped beneath the mangled vehicles. Eyewitnesses described the moment when a small child was pulled from the wreckage in critical condition. A female passenger, still showing signs of life, was also rescued along with two others. All four survivors were transported by an Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) ambulance to the 14 Military Hospital for emergency treatment.
Local residents joined the rescue efforts, working alongside emergency personnel to free the victims. Despite their efforts, many bystanders expressed frustration over the delayed arrival of ambulance services. The cause of the crash remains unknown as authorities have yet to provide official findings.
In response to the tragedy, Anderson D. Miamen, an advocate, issued a statement on Monday urging the government to take immediate action to curb the rising number of road accidents. Miamen emphasized the need for increased support to the Liberia National Police (LNP) to enforce traffic regulations and ensure road safety.
“I may not have the numbers at hand, but it is clear that road traffic accidents are increasing daily,” Miamen said. “What hurts most is that most of these accidents are avoidable if the police are adequately supported to work as required. Many police officers are more interested in collecting bribes from commercial drivers than addressing serious road safety issues.”
Miamen called on the Executive and Legislature to prioritize road safety by adequately funding the LNP to increase highway patrols and enforce Liberia’s vehicle and traffic laws. He also highlighted the role of passengers in encouraging reckless driving, urging a collective effort to prevent further tragedies.
Grief and shock have spread across the community, with family members expressing their heartbreak on social media. Munah Balleh Payne, a relative of the deceased, took to Facebook to mourn the loss, writing, “They are all family, three blood sisters and two of their nieces. My brother is going crazy. His wife died, leaving their two little children behind. Right now, as I speak, we have three dead bodies.”
