Family of Central University Law Student Ivan Apprey Baidoo Demands CID Probe into Fatal Motorway Crash

The family of 20-year-old Ivan Apprey Baidoo, a law student at Central University, is calling for a comprehensive investigation into his death following a tragic motorcycle accident on the Accra-Tema Motorway. Ivan’s father, Evans Baidoo, has formally petitioned the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident, which occurred on August 27, 2026. The family alleges that a police chase may have directly contributed to the fatal crash, raising serious questions about law enforcement conduct and the subsequent handling of the case.

According to accounts provided by the family, Ivan left home on the afternoon of August 27 to play football with friends at East Legon but never returned. The family’s search for answers began when a stranger answered Ivan’s mobile phone and informed them of the accident. Speaking on Citi FM’s EyeWitness News, Mr. Baidoo detailed the heartbreaking sequence of events, noting that while medical reports confirm the student suffered severe injuries consistent with a high-impact motorcycle accident, there are conflicting narratives regarding how the crash was initiated.

Central to the family's grievance are allegations that a police officer pursued Ivan’s motorcycle, ultimately causing him to crash. Mr. Baidoo has expressed deep frustration over what he describes as a slow and opaque investigation by local authorities. He highlighted several red flags, including the disappearance of Ivan’s mobile phone and a perceived lack of transparency regarding the identity of the officer allegedly involved in the pursuit. The family maintains that these missing pieces of evidence are critical to understanding whether police protocols were violated during the encounter.

As the family seeks justice, they have turned to the CID to provide an independent and thorough review of the evidence. They are demanding accountability and a clear explanation of the events that led to the promising law student's untimely death. The case has sparked discussions regarding police pursuit policies and the safety of motorists on the Accra-Tema Motorway, with the public closely watching for the CID's response to the formal petition.