Elderly rider killed, motorcycle burst in flames after fatal collision with truck in Davao

• A 71-year-old motorcycle rider died instantly after his vehicle collided with a truck in Barangay Marilog, Davao City

• The intensity of the crash caused the motorcycle to immediately burst into flames

• The rider was reportedly maneuvering after refueling when the truck struck the vehicle

• The truck driver is now in police custody and faces a charge of Reckless Imprudence Resulting in Hom1cide and Damage to Property

A 71-year-old man lost his life in a horrifying road accident after his motorcycle collided violently with a truck in Davao City on Wednesday afternoon.

The impact was so severe that the elderly rider was killed instantly, and his motorcycle was immediately engulfed in flames, turning the scene in Barangay Marilog into a spectacle of tragedy.

The victim, whose identity was confirmed by local authorities, had reportedly just refueled his vehicle when the collision occurred.

Initial investigation by the Davao City Police Traffic Group indicated that the rider was attempting a maneuver—possibly crossing the main thoroughfare or executing a turn—to proceed toward the direction of Bukidnon when a large truck suddenly approached and struck his vehicle.

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The force of the crash proved fatal; the elderly man was thrown off his motorcycle, landing several meters away, while his bike erupted in a fierce blaze.

Emergency responders and fire services quickly contained the fire, but the victim was pronounced dead on the spot.

The tragedy serves as a stark and painful reminder of the persistent dangers on Mindanao's major highways, particularly those connecting provinces like the route to Bukidnon, which are characterized by fast-moving traffic and heavy vehicle volume.

Traffic authorities often warn motorists, especially vulnerable road users like motorcycle riders, to exercise extreme caution when maneuvering across or merging into high-speed lanes.

For senior citizens who continue to ride, authorities frequently stress the need for heightened awareness due to potential issues with reaction time, vision, and the physical demands of quickly maneuvering a vehicle away from danger.

Following the incident, the driver of the truck was immediately taken into custody by the Davao City Police.

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The suspect faces a formal complaint of Reckless Imprudence Resulting in Hom1cide and Damage to Property.

This charge is a serious offense under the Revised Penal Code of the Philippines, emphasizing that negligence in operating a vehicle that leads to the death of another person carries heavy legal penalties, including potential imprisonment.

Local police are conducting a thorough investigation, including reviewing any available security footage and gathering further witness testimonies to determine the exact sequence of events and ensure all aspects of the reckless driving charge are properly filed.

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, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable stories for all of the ordinary people in the country as today.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh