13-year-old student dies after being hit by truck in Mandaue City
• A 13-year-old student died after being run over by a trailer truck while crossing a road in Mandaue City, Cebu
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• CCTV footage shows the victim was not in a pedestrian lane and was reportedly distracted when the accident occurred
• The victim was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival
• The truck driver is now in police custody and will be charged with reckless imprudence resulting in homic1de
A 13-year-old student tragically died after being struck by a trailer truck while crossing a busy street in Mandaue City.
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The fatal accident, which was captured on a nearby CCTV camera, has underscored the critical importance of road safety and proper pedestrian behavior, especially among young people.
According to a report, the victim was crossing the road at a location without a designated pedestrian lane when the incident occurred.
Surveillance footage revealed that the student was following two other children who had successfully crossed the street ahead of him.
The victim then suddenly stopped and looked back, seemingly distracted, at which point he was hit by the oncoming truck.
He was immediately taken to a local hospital but was unfortunately pronounced dead on arrival.
The driver of the trailer truck, whose identity has not yet been released, was promptly taken into police custody.
Authorities have confirmed that the driver will be facing a charge of reckless imprudence resulting in homic1de.
The driver has yet to issue a public statement regarding the incident.
This tragic event serves as a grim reminder of the dangers that pedestrians, especially children, face when navigating Philippine roads.
While the police investigation is ongoing, the details so far highlight the need for both drivers and pedestrians to exercise extreme caution.
According to transport officials, drivers of large vehicles, like trailer trucks, are required to be extra vigilant and aware of their surroundings, particularly in areas with high foot traffic.
Pedestrians, on the other hand, must always use designated crossing lanes and be fully aware of their surroundings, avoiding distractions that could lead to accidents.
Local government officials are expected to review the circumstances of the accident and may consider implementing stricter road safety measures in the area to prevent future incidents.
The case also brings to light the broader issue of infrastructure and the need for more clearly marked pedestrian lanes and traffic signals in communities to ensure the safety of all road users.
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