Trahedya sa Quezon: Pampasaherong jeep sa Pagbilao, bumaligtad sa daan; isa patay, 15 sugatan

- A fatal passenger jeepney accident in Pagbilao, Quezon, resulted in the death of a woman and causing injuries to 15 others

- One woman died and 15 individuals were injured after a passenger jeepney overturned in Barangay Silangan Malicboy on Tuesday, May 27, 2025

- The lone fatality was a female passenger who was thrown from the jeepney and then fatally hit by a separate truck

- Pagbilao Police have launched an investigation into the crash and are actively looking for the driver of the truck involved

A tragic road incident in Pagbilao, Quezon, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, resulted in the death of one woman and injuries to 15 other individuals after a passenger jeepney overturned in Barangay Silangan Malicboy.

The accident, which occurred along the highway, prompted an immediate investigation by local authorities who are now actively searching for the driver of a truck implicated in the fatal crash.

According to initial reports from the Pagbilao Police, as conveyed by GMA News stringer Peewee Bacuño on Super Radyo dzBB, the passenger jeepney was en route from Tagkawayan to Sariaya when it veered off course.

The vehicle reportedly collided with barriers along the highway, causing it to flip over and come to rest upside down.

The lone fatality was identified as a female passenger who was violently ejected from the jeepney due to the severe impact of the crash.

Tragically, she was subsequently struck by an oncoming truck, which ultimately led to her death. The identity of the deceased has not yet been publicly released as authorities continue their investigation.

The 15 injured passengers received immediate medical attention, though details about the extent of their injuries and current conditions were not immediately available.

The incident underscores the persistent challenges concerning road safety in the Philippines, particularly involving public utility vehicles.

Authorities have launched a manhunt for the driver of the truck involved in the secondary collision, emphasizing that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the full circumstances leading to the accident and to hold those responsible accountable.

The incident has cast a somber shadow over the community, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and improved road infrastructure.

News of the accident quickly spread across social media platforms, eliciting a range of reactions from the public.

Many users expressed profound sadness and offered condolences to the victim's family, while others voiced frustration over recurring road accidents.

Comments included sentiments such as “Prayers for all victims and their families” and “This is heartbreaking. Road safety should be a top priority.”

Some individuals pointed to potential factors like driver negligence or vehicle maintenance, with one comment stating, “Why do the passengers always the ones to pay for the drivers stupidity?” Others simply expressed shock, remarking, “Final destination sh1t,” highlighting the sudden and tragic nature of the event.

The incident also reignited discussions about the safety standards of public transport, particularly jeepneys, and the need for continuous vigilance on the nation’s roads.

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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Still in other news, a 25-year-old woman from Bacolod City died due to rabies on May 25, 2025. According to the report of GMA Integrated News, the woman was bitten by a dog in March but the symptoms of rabies became manifest only on May 24. In the video shared by GMA, one could see that the girl was being tied to the hospital bed, and yet her arms, head and feet still keep on moving. The victim allegedly did not tell anyone when she was bitten by a dog.

Source: KAMI.com.gh