SUV, sumalpok sa NAIA Terminal 1, dalawa ang patay

- Two were killed as SUV crashed onto the walkway at the NAIA Terminal 1

- Witnesses say the black SUV, breaching the railing near the entrance

- Multiple ambulances and medical volunteers were immediately deployed to the scene

- NAIA authorities and the PNP have secured the area and already started their inquiry into the cause of the crash

A devastating incident unfolded at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 on Sunday, May 4, 2025, when a black sports utility vehicle (SUV) careened off the road, crashing through the outer perimeter railing and onto a pedestrian walkway near the terminal's entrance.

The tragic event resulted in the immediate deaths of two individuals.

Emergency responders from the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) were among the first to arrive at the scene, confirming the fatalities.

The PRC swiftly mobilized a significant response, dispatching five ambulances from various locations, including the NHQ Tower, Port Area, Pasay, and Manila.

A team of 18 trained volunteers was deployed to provide assistance, and the organization also provided the necessary cadaver bags.

Airport authorities, represented by the New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), in collaboration with the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Manila International Airport Authority Security, promptly secured the affected area and initiated a thorough investigation into the cause of the deadly crash.

While the immediate aftermath focused on securing the scene and attending to the victims, NAIA officials confirmed that several individuals sustained injuries as a result of the SUV's impact on the walkway.

These injured individuals are currently receiving the necessary medical treatment. However, the precise number of those injured and the specific nature of their injuries have not yet been officially disclosed by the authorities as the investigation is still in its early stages.

The Philippine Red Cross reported close coordination with the Pasay Police Station and Airport Substation 8 throughout their response efforts, ensuring seamless communication and support during the critical initial hours following the incident.

In an official statement released by NAIA, airport management acknowledged the public concern generated by the incident, particularly due to the rapid circulation of images and videos on various social media platforms.

They urged the public to refrain from engaging in speculation and to rely solely on verified updates that will be issued by the official investigating bodies as accurate information becomes available.

Meanwhile, authorities confirmed that the driver of the black SUV involved in the fatal crash has been taken into custody by the Philippine National Police.

The driver is expected to be a key figure in the ongoing investigation as authorities work to determine the sequence of events that led to the vehicle veering off course and causing such a tragic outcome.

The investigation will likely involve a detailed examination of the vehicle, potential contributing factors such as driver error or mechanical malfunction, and a review of any available CCTV footage from the airport premises.

The identities of the deceased and injured individuals have not yet been officially released pending notification of their families.

The incident has cast a somber mood over the typically bustling airport, and travelers and airport personnel alike are awaiting further details as the investigation progresses.

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.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh