A five-year-old Kindergarten Two (KG2) pupil of Ahomakormua D/A Primary School in the Wassa East District of the Western Region has tragically lost her life after reportedly being bitten by a snake on the school premises.
The incident occurred during break time when pupils were playing on the school compound. The victim, identified as Christiana Opare, is said to have been bitten by a snake believed to have emerged from the bushy surroundings of the school.
According to reports, Christiana was immediately rushed to the Ekutuase CHPS Compound for medical attention. However, due to the severity of her condition, she was referred to the Elmina Hospital for further treatment. Sadly, she died while being transported to the facility.
The father of the deceased, Ernest Opare, has expressed disappointment over what he described as the poor state of the school environment. He alleged that overgrown vegetation on the compound created a habitat for dangerous reptiles, including snakes, thereby putting pupils at risk.
Mr. Opare also suggested that delays in seeking medical intervention may have contributed to his daughter’s death, arguing that a quicker response could have improved her chances of survival.
The child’s mother, Ama Vida, who was unwell at home when the incident occurred, recounted the heartbreaking moment she received news of her daughter’s condition.
Meanwhile, the Wassa East District Education Directorate has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The tragedy has sparked concerns among residents and parents about safety conditions in schools, particularly the maintenance of school compounds in rural communities.
