Beauty Queen sa Negros Occidental, patay sa aksidente; nakatakda sanang sumali sa Lin-ay Ng Silay

- A beauty queen from Silay City in Negros Occidental dies in a tragic motorcycle accident

- Rashel Tayco, who is supposed to represent Barangay E. Lopez in the upcoming Lin-Ay Ng Silay 2025, tragically passed away after her motorcycle collided with a parked truck on the circumferential road

- The young beauty queen was said to have been busy preparing for the upcoming local pageant at the time of the accident

- Investigators say the young beauty queen’s helmet broke upon impact

Silay City is in mourning following the untimely death of a young beauty queen, Rashel Tayco, who passed away due to severe injuries sustained in a road accident on the circumferential road last Tuesday, May 14.

Tayco was a representative of Barangay E. Lopez and was preparing to participate in the highly anticipated Lin-ay Sang Silay 2025 pageant.

According to initial reports, the incident occurred as Tayco was on her way home to Silay City.

While traveling along the circumferential road, her motorcycle reportedly collided with a parked truck in the vicinity of a fast-food establishment.

Despite wearing a helmet at the time of the accident, the protective gear reportedly broke upon the severe impact of the collision, indicating the force of the crash.

The news of Tayco’s sudden and tragic passing has deeply saddened her family, friends, and the wider community in Silay City.

Tributes and messages of condolence have been pouring in, expressing grief and disbelief over the loss of the promising young woman.

Many have taken to social media to share their memories of Tayco and offer support to her grieving loved ones.

Tayco’s involvement in the upcoming Lin-ay Sang Silay 2025 pageant had generated excitement within Barangay E. Lopez, and her passing is a significant loss for the local community and the pageant itself.

The Lin-ay Sang Silay is a prestigious annual beauty pageant that celebrates the heritage and beauty of Silay City and is a much-anticipated event in the local calendar.

The queen or Lin-Ay of the event gets to represent the City of Silay in the equally prestigious Lin-Ay Ng Negros.

Tayco was considered a bright and promising contestant, and her absence will undoubtedly be felt by all involved.

Local authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the road accident to ascertain the exact cause of the collision.

Details regarding the investigation are yet to be fully disclosed. This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the potential dangers faced by motorcycle riders.

The community of Silay City is now rallying around Tayco’s family and friends, offering their support during this incredibly difficult time.

The passing of Rashel Tayco has cast a pall over the preparations for the Lin-ay Sang Silay 2025 pageant, and the community mourns the loss of a young woman who represented her barangay with grace and promise.

This incident underscores the fragility of life and the profound impact that road accidents can have on families and communities.

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 other news, Atty. Salvador “Sal” Panelo, in an interview over One News’ “Morning Matters” Friday, May 16, disputed Atty. Harry Roque’s claim of being a victim of political persecution. The the former Chief Presidential Legal Counsel asserted that charges against Atty. Roque stemmed from his own statements in a congressional hearing, not political motives. It can be recalled that a Regional Trial Court in Angeles, Pampanga, issued a warrant of arrest against Roque related to qualified human traff1cking and alleged links to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Atty. Panelo urged Atty. Roque to face the charges against him, emphasizing that the latter’s own words contributed to the legal proceedings and calls for him to directly address the allegations.

Still in other news, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) in Aklan issued a show cause order against vlogger Boy Kayak for reckless driving while performing a stunt in inappropriate attire on a national road. The LTO discovered that Boy Kayak had never been issued a driver’s license, making his actions more severe under traffic laws. He was fined ₱3,000 and may be permanently disqualified from obtaining a driver’s license in the future. Boy Kayak accepted the criticism, stating, “Sana maintindihan nila na ginawa ko 'yun for entertainment purposes lang,” and expressed willingness to face the consequences.

Source: KAMI.com.gh