Van sumalpok sa nakaparadang 10-wheeler; 4 patay, 6 sugatan

• A van collided with a parked 10-wheeler in Basey, Samar, killing the driver and three passengers
• Six other passengers were injured and taken to the hospital for treatment, GMA Integrated News reported
• The van, traveling from Borongan to Tacloban, was caught on CCTV during the crash
• LTFRB Region 8 suspended all units of the shuttle company for 30 days and ordered drug testing for its drivers

A tragic road accident in Basey, Samar claimed the lives of a van driver and three of his passengers after their vehicle collided with a stationary 10-wheeler truck along the highway.

The incident occurred as the van, which had departed from Borongan, Eastern Samar, was traveling toward Tacloban, Leyte. CCTV footage captured the moment the van crashed into the rear of the parked truck.

Six other passengers aboard the van sustained injuries and were immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances leading to the collision.

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In a statement, the management of the van rental company said they would provide financial assistance to the families of the deceased.

"We will also cover the medical expenses of the injured passengers," the company confirmed.

Following the incident, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) Region 8 temporarily suspended all units of the shuttle service involved for 30 days. The agency also ordered mandatory drug testing for the company’s drivers to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Road safety remains a major concern in the region, especially on busy highways where stationary vehicles can pose serious hazards. Officials are urging drivers to remain vigilant and exercise caution, particularly in areas where large trucks may be parked at the roadside.

As the investigation unfolds, authorities are expected to determine whether negligence or mechanical failure contributed to the accident. Families of the victims, meanwhile, are receiving support from both the company and local officials as they cope with the sudden loss.

The LTFRB has also reminded transport operators of their responsibility to maintain safe driving practices and prevent accidents on provincial roads.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh