Jeep na may kargang 18 baboy, nahulog sa bangin; 2 patay at 3 sugatan

- A jeepney carrying 18 pigs fell into a cliff in Conner, Apayao, resulting in 2 casualties

- Based on the investigations, the jeep came from Barangay Lenneng, Kabugao, Apayao, after buying pigs

- In a report by GMA 7's 'Balitanghali' courtesy of GMA Regional TV, on the curve part of the road, the driver lost control of the vehicle after its brakes malfunctioned

- The jeep slid down the 10-meter deep cliff and plunged into a swamp-like area below it

A jeepney transporting 18 pigs fell off a cliff in Conner, Apayao, leaving 2 people dead.

Investigations showed that the jeep came from Barangay Lenneng, Kabugao, Apayao, after purchasing pigs.

According to a report by GMA 7's 'Balitanghali' via GMA Regional TV, the driver lost control on a curved part of the road due to brake failure.

The jeep slid down a 10-meter deep cliff and landed in a swampy area at the bottom.

Three other individuals were injured in the incident. Additionally, the jeep was also carrying 18 live pigs.

The owner of the said live pigs has already recovered the animals.

Meanwhile, the injured victims haven't issued any statement yet about the incident.

In the Philippines, if a driver loses control of a vehicle due to brake malfunction and it results in casualties, liability generally depends on the outcome of a formal investigation.

The key issue will be whether the driver or vehicle owner exercised due diligence in maintaining the vehicle. Under Philippine law, particularly Article 2180 of the Civil Code, vehicle owners and drivers can be held liable for damages caused by their negligence or the defective condition of their vehicle, even if the mechanical failure appears to be accidental.

If it is proven that the brakes failed because of poor maintenance, lack of regular inspection, or ignored warning signs, then the driver or owner could face criminal charges such as reckless imprudence resulting in hom!cide, physical injuries, or damage to property.

However, if it is clearly shown that the malfunction was unforeseeable and that all necessary precautions were taken beforehand, the driver may be absolved of criminal liability, though civil liability might still arise to compensate victims or their families. Ultimately, each case would be assessed based on the facts, including expert mechanical analysis, witness testimonies, and maintenance records.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh