3 women die after being hit by car driven by 20-year-old college student

• Three women died after a car accidentally hit them on the road in Brgy. Pungtod, Cabatuan, Iloilo
• According to Brigada News PH, two of the victims were crossing the road, while the other one was merely picking up plastics on the road
• The incident happened around 7:05 a.m. on June 14, Saturday
• Based on investigation, the driver of the car allegedly fell asleep while driving, and the car eventually crashed into a tree

Three women tragically lost their lives after being struck by a car in Barangay Pungtod, Cabatuan, Iloilo on the morning of June 14, Saturday.

The incident occurred at around 7:05 a.m., according to a report from Brigada News PH.

Initial investigations revealed that two of the victims were crossing the road, while the third was collecting plastic bottles when the car hit them.

Authorities identified the driver as a 20-year-old college student who was reportedly on his way home to Maasin after a group study session.

He allegedly fell asleep while behind the wheel, leading to the fatal accident.

The victims were identified as 73-year-old Alberta, 53-year-old Fely, and 59-year-old Heidi. All three women were pronounced dead at the scene.

The local community has been left in shock over the sudden and tragic loss.

Residents have expressed concern over road safety and the dangers posed by driver fatigue.

The case has been turned over to authorities for further investigation, and charges may be filed depending on the results.

The families of the victims are calling for accountability and justice, emphasizing the need for responsible driving.

The tragic incident serves as a somber reminder of the consequences of falling asleep while driving.

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