Speeding taxi slams into people helping accident victim on a bridge in Iloilo

• A fast-moving taxi hit bystanders who were assisting a woman struck by a motorcycle
• The incident was caught on video on a bridge in Barangay Botong, Oton, Iloilo
• Three people were taken to the hospital and are reported to be in stable condition
• Police said both parties later reached an agreement after discussions

A disturbing incident unfolded in Barangay Botong, Oton, Iloilo when a speeding taxi plowed into people who were helping a woman earlier hit by a motorcycle on a bridge on Saturday, January 3.

Based on a video captured by Rhia Babac, several individuals can be seen standing in the middle of the road assisting the injured woman from the initial motorcycle accident.

While they were helping her, a taxi suddenly approached at high speed and crashed directly into the group.

The force of the impact knocked two men to the ground, sending them sprawling onto the road.

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Bystanders nearby immediately rushed in to help and called for emergency assistance.

The two men struck by the taxi, along with the woman involved in the motorcycle accident, were quickly taken to the nearest hospital.

Authorities reported that four individuals were injured in the separate incidents, but all are now in stable condition and did not suffer critical injuries.

According to the investigation conducted by the Oton municipal police, the taxi driver allegedly did not see the people on the road due to poor visibility in the area.

Police said the section of the bridge where the crash occurred was dark, which may have prevented the driver from noticing the situation ahead.

Police also stated that discussions took place between the involved parties following the incident.

Eventually, both sides were able to reach an agreement, and no further complaints were filed.

Authorities continue to remind motorists to slow down and remain alert, especially in poorly lit areas and in locations where accidents have already occurred, to prevent similar incidents from happening again.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh