8 dead, 15 injured after mini dump truck falls into ravine in Sultan Kudarat
- Eight people, including a 14-year-old girl, died while 15 others were injured after a mini dump truck fell into a ravine in Barangay Christianuevo, Lebak, Sultan Kudarat on August 6
- The truck, carrying 22 individuals, was en route to Cotabato City when its brakes failed while descending a steep, curved road
- The vehicle hit concrete debris from an ongoing road construction before plunging into the ravine
- Authorities are investigating the incident and have called for stricter road safety measures, especially in areas with hazardous terrain
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Eight people, including a 14-year-old girl, were killed while 15 others sustained injuries after a mini dump truck plunged into a ravine in Barangay Christianuevo, Lebak town, Sultan Kudarat on Wednesday, August 6.
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According to the police, the vehicle was carrying 22 individuals, including the driver, and was on its way to Cotabato City from Barangay Poloy-Poloy.
The tragedy occurred as the truck descended a steep and curved section of the road in Barangay Christianuevo.
Authorities reported that the truck's brakes failed, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
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It then hit a pile of concrete debris from an ongoing road construction project before plunging into the ravine.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene and transported the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Several of the victims sustained serious injuries and are currently under observation.
The local government and police are coordinating to assist the families of the deceased and the injured.
A full investigation is underway to determine if there were any lapses in vehicle maintenance or road safety measures in the area.
The incident has prompted calls from residents and officials for stricter enforcement of road safety regulations, especially on mountainous routes with active construction work.
Authorities have yet to release the names of the victims, pending notification of their families. The public is also urged to exercise caution when traveling through steep and hazardous roads.
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In other news, a father and his son were killed in a collision between their motorcycle and a truck in Tanauan, Leyte. The mother, who was also riding the motorcycle, was injured and is currently in stable condition at a local hospital. CCTV footage shows the truck driver, who has been identified and taken into custody, attempting to swerve to avoid the crash. The driver is facing charges of reckless imprudence resulting in double hom1cide and serious physical injuries.
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