Brofoyedu youth hailed for discovering black box at military helicopter crash site

In the heart of the Ashanti Region, a group of determined young residents from the Brofoyedu community has made a discovery that could prove pivotal in unraveling the mystery behind one of Ghana’s deadliest aviation tragedies in recent history.

The youths stumbled upon what is believed to be the black box—also known as the flight data recorder—of the Ghana Armed Forces helicopter that crashed on Wednesday, August 6, claiming the lives of several high-profile government officials and military personnel.

Realizing the potential importance of their find, the group wasted no time in turning over the device to the official investigation team stationed at the crash site. Their swift and responsible action has drawn widespread praise and renewed hope that the cause of the catastrophic incident can soon be determined.

Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, confirmed the development during a visit to the family of one of the crash victims. In a heartfelt Facebook post, he lauded the youth for their vigilance and cooperation.

“We commend the courageous youth of Brofoyedu for their swift response and continued assistance. Their discovery and responsible action could prove critical to the ongoing investigations,” the Minister stated.

Investigators are now examining the device to verify its authenticity and assess whether the data it holds is still retrievable. If confirmed, the information could provide crucial insights into the final moments before the helicopter went down in the Adansi Akrofuom District.

The crash has plunged the nation into mourning. Among the prominent lives lost were Dr. Samuel Sarpong, a former Ashanti Regional Minister, and Samuel Aboagye, Deputy Director-General of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO)—both natives of the Ashanti Region and respected public servants.