SUV driver na sumalpok sa NAIA Terminal 1, nagsalita na; ipinaliwanag kung ano umano nangyari

- The driver of the black SUV that rammed into the NAIA Terminal 1 has spoken, according to Bilyonaryo News Channel

- The 47-year-old Leo Gonzales said that he had just parked the car after dropping off a passenger

- He then said that he allegedly panicked when a car allegedly crossed in front of him and that in his panic, he stepped on the accelerator instead of the brakes

- The incident took the lives of two individuals, which includes a 5-year-old girl who went to the terminal to see her OFW father off

The driver of the black SUV that crashed into the departure area of NAIA Terminal 1 and killed two people has broken his silence.

According to a report from Bilyonaryo News Channel, 47-year-old Leo Gonzales said he had just parked the vehicle after dropping off a passenger when the tragic incident occurred.

Gonzales claimed that he panicked when another vehicle allegedly crossed in front of him. In his panic, he mistakenly stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake, causing the SUV to lurch forward suddenly.

The vehicle then rammed through the railing and slammed into the walkway of the terminal.

The crash claimed the lives of two individuals, including a 5-year-old girl who had gone to the terminal to bid farewell to her father, an overseas Filipino worker (OFW).

The incident, captured on CCTV, showed the SUV initially in a parking slot before surging forward at high speed.

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon earlier stated that based on initial CCTV review, the crash appeared “unintentional.”

A video of the grieving OFW father, taken by journalist Raoul Esperas and shared by K5 News FM, showed him wailing in pain at the terminal, assisted by police and airport security.

In response to the tragedy, San Miguel Corporation has committed to covering all expenses for the victims of the fatal crash.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, while Gonzales remains in custody.

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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In news back home, Elmer Añonuevo lost his wife and youngest child in the tragic multi-vehicle accident near the SCTEX Exit in Tarlac City. He shared a heartbreaking memory of his child reminding him to stay in touch before their trip, saying, “Papa, tatawag ka sa 'kin ha. 'Pag hindi, ako tatawag sa iyo.” GMA reported that Elmer expressed deep sorrow, recalling his child’s loving words: “Love na love kita, Papa. Kahit ano'ng mangyari, hindi kita iiwan.” Struggling with grief, Elmer said, “Ngayon, hindi ko na alam paanong gagawin ko. Nauna pa siya sa 'kin."

Source: KAMI.com.gh