Trahedya sa Murcia, Negros Occidental: Truck sumalpok sa computer shop, 2 bata patay

- A sugarcane truck in Murcia, Negros Occidental, lost control and crashed into a computer shop, tragically killing a 14-year-old and a 16-year-old

- The truck driver, identified as alias Jerry, surrendered to police, and initial investigations suggest brake failure as a possible cause of the accident

- The Murcia Police Station will file charges of reckless imprudence resulting in multiple deaths against the driver, with further investigation underway

- The tragic incident has prompted calls for stricter regulations and increased vigilance regarding large vehicles in the area

A heartbreaking incident occurred in Purok 9, Barangay Minoyan, Murcia, Negros Occidental, on Thursday afternoon, May 15, when a truck carrying sugarcane veered out of control and crashed into a computer shop, resulting in the immediate deaths of two minors.

According to the Murcia Police Station, the victims were identified as a 14-year-old and a 16-year-old, both of whom were reportedly inside the computer shop at the time of the accident.

The driver of the truck was identified as alias Jerry, a resident of Bago City.

Initial investigations by the local police indicate that the truck was traveling from the town proper of Murcia when the driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle due to suspected brake failure.

The out-of-control truck then swerved and directly collided with a computer shop situated along the road.

Tragically, the two minors inside the establishment sustained fatal injuries as a result of the impact.

Following the devastating incident, the driver, identified as Jerry, voluntarily surrendered to the Murcia Police Station. The owner of the truck also reportedly presented themselves to the authorities.

The driver is now facing legal repercussions for the tragic accident. The Murcia Police Station has stated that the driver will be charged with reckless imprudence resulting in multiple hom1cide.

Further investigation is underway to ascertain the exact circumstances that led to the loss of control of the truck and the subsequent fatal collision.

Authorities are also expected to conduct a thorough inspection of the vehicle to determine if mechanical failure was indeed the primary cause of the accident.

The news of the tragic incident has spread quickly, eliciting grief and disbelief among the local community.

On the iFM Bacolod 943 Facebook post reporting the incident, numerous individuals expressed their condolences to the families of the young victims.

Many comments conveyed a sense of profound sadness over the loss of young lives in such a sudden and unforeseen manner.

Several commenters also raised concerns about road safety and the need for stricter regulations concerning the maintenance and operation of large vehicles, particularly those transporting heavy loads like sugarcane.

Some individuals called for more stringent vehicle inspections and urged drivers to exercise extreme caution, especially in populated areas.

There were also comments expressing sympathy for the driver while emphasizing the need for accountability given the fatal outcome of the accident.

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers associated with vehicular accidents and the importance of road safety measures.

The local government and authorities are expected to address the concerns raised by the community and take appropriate action to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

The investigation into the accident is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released as they become available.

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