Douala, June 24, 2026 – In the heart of the Bepanda Omnisports district, Laquintinie Hospital received on June 22 a 30‑year‑old patient identified as Tene Maurice, a victim of a public‑road accident. The incident, which occurred in the economic capital, immediately mobilised the medical teams who took charge of the young man upon his arrival.
Originally from Bamoungou in the Mifi department of the West region, Tene Maurice had been living in Douala for several years. He was admitted without any family member or close person accompanying him, a situation that, according to the hospital director, complicates medical decision‑making and the administrative handling of his case.
“The patient was placed under observation as soon as he was admitted,” said the director, highlighting the staff’s responsiveness. Emergency services stabilised his injuries, but the absence of relatives prevents any contact to inform them of his health status, to gather his full medical history, or to arrange possible long‑term care measures.
This gap reveals a broader problem: the difficulty health facilities face in locating families of accident victims, especially in urban areas where mobility is high. Without contacts, hospitals must manage the administrative burden alone while still ensuring the patient’s rights and the confidentiality of his information.
Road accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious trauma in Cameroon, and Douala, with its dense traffic, is no exception. Health authorities regularly stress the need for better road safety, but cases like Tene Maurice show that emergency response is only part of the challenge. The lack of relatives hampers continuity of care and can delay compensation or post‑hospital follow‑up procedures.
In light of this, Laquintinie Hospital is issuing a call to the community: any information that could lead to the parents or relatives of Tene Maurice is welcome. Local media, social networks, and neighbourhood associations are invited to spread the message so the family can be reunited with the patient and ensure comprehensive care.
While awaiting replies, Laquintinie staff continue to monitor Tene Maurice’s health, reminding everyone that every life matters and civic solidarity can make a difference. The next chapter of this story now depends on the city’s ability to mobilise, identify his relatives, and provide the young man with the support he needs to recover.
