Lalaking naglalakad lang sa bangketa, patay matapos masalpok ng SUV; driver, nakatulog umano

- A man innocently minding his business while walking on the sidewalk was swept by an SUV and died

- In a report by ABS-CBN's 'TV Patrol,' the tragic incident happened in Maharlika Highway, San Pablo City, Laguna

- CCTV footage showed the man just walking on the safe side of the road when suddenly, the SUV came in from behind and struck him

- The victim was rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention but was pronounced dead on arrival

A man innocently minding his business while walking on the sidewalk was swept by an SUV.

In a report by ABS-CBN's 'TV Patrol,' the tragic incident happened in Maharlika Highway, San Pablo City, Laguna.

CCTV footage showed the man just walking on the safe side of the road when suddenly, the SUV came in from behind and struck him.

The victim was rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention but was pronounced dead on arrival.

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Upon its crash, the SUV also swept two houses situated near the roadside before it finally flipped to a halt.

According to San Pablo City Police, the SUV driver allegedly fell asleep when the incident happened.

The suspect will be charged with reckless imprudence resulting in homicide and damage to properties.

In the Philippines, drivers who feel sleepy are advised to take precautions to prevent accidents.

They should pull over in a safe area and take a short nap or rest before continuing their journey. Drinking coffee or other caffeinated beverages may help, but it is only a temporary solution.

If possible, they should have a companion who can take over driving or keep them engaged in conversation to stay alert.

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) and other agencies also recommend avoiding long drives without breaks and getting enough sleep before traveling.

Defensive driving courses emphasize that drowsy driving is as dangerous as drunk driving and should be taken seriously.

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News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

In a previous report by KAMI, an 8-year-old Grade 2 student was pronounced dead on the spot after being rolled over by a 10-wheeler truck. In a report by TV 5's 'Frontline Pilipinas,' the tragic incident happened on the national highway along Minglanilla, Cebu. The victim suffered from multiple bone fractures on her feet and severe injuries on her stomach. She fell from a motorcycle and was thrown away until an incoming 10-wheeler truck carrying cement rolled over the poor child.

In another viral local report, a motorcycle rider's head was removed after crashing into a concrete plant box situated on a center island of a road. The tragic accident happened in the national highway along Panabo City, Davao Del Norte, evening of last Saturday. According to the police authorities, the motorcycle rider who was reportedly on his way home was going fast. The impact of the crash was too strong that the victim's neck hit the corner of the concrete plant box resulting in the removal of his head.

Source: KAMI.com.gh