Car driven by 23-year-old student falls off 30-foot cliff in Baguio

• A 23-year-old student suffered minor injuries after his car fell off a 30-foot cliff in Bakakeng Norte, Baguio City on July 18
• Police said the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, causing it to plunge into the ravine
• Emergency responders rescued the victim, who was brought to the hospital for further evaluation
• Authorities are investigating possible causes, including mechanical failure or driver error

A 23-year-old male student sustained minor injuries after the car he was driving plunged down a 30-foot ravine in Purok 4, Bakakeng Norte, Baguio City on the afternoon of July 18.

According to the initial investigation by the Baguio City Police Office, the incident occurred when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle.

The car veered off the road and continued its descent down the cliffside.

Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and assisted the driver, who miraculously survived the fall with only minor injuries.

He was immediately given first aid and taken to a nearby hospital for further evaluation.

Authorities said the vehicle was heavily damaged due to the impact but did not pose a risk of explosion or fire.

No other vehicles or individuals were involved in the accident.

Investigators are still determining what caused the driver to lose control, but initial reports suggest it may have been due to mechanical failure or driver error.

Weather and road conditions at the time of the incident are also being considered.

The Baguio City Police reminded motorists, especially student drivers, to exercise extreme caution when navigating steep or winding roads in the city.

They also encouraged regular maintenance checks on vehicles to prevent similar accidents.

Further updates will be released once a full investigation is completed.

Fortunately, no life-threatening injuries were reported in this potentially fatal crash.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh