One person was killed, and four others were injured in a collision involving three vehicles in Barangay Dibalio, Claveria, Cagayan.
According to the police investigation, a tricycle carrying four passengers, all residents of the said barangay, was traveling along the road in Barangay Dibalio, heading to Barangay Centro, Claveria.
As the tricycle passed through a curve, it was met by a car driven by an individual known as “Pedro,” who was en route to Sta. Marcela, Apayao.
The driver of the car reportedly pressed the accelerator by accident instead of the brake, causing the car to veer into the opposite lane and collide with the tricycle.
A van following behind the tricycle was also involved in the crash.
The tricycle passengers sustained severe injuries, while those in the car and van were unharmed.
Responders rushed the injured to the hospital, but one of the tricycle passengers, Juanita Hernandez, a 66-year-old resident of Barangay Dibalio, died while receiving treatment.
The car driver is now facing charges of Reckless Imprudence Resulting in Homicide, Multiple Physical Injuries, and Damage to Property, and is currently in the custody of the Claveria Police Station.
