Three people died while two others are in critical condition in separate road accidents in Mindanao. In South Cotabato, a 60-year-old rider died on the spot while his companion is in critical condition after their motorcycle crashed into a jeepney in Polomolok town. The jeepney driver allegedly made a u-turn without noticing the motorcycle behind, and may face charges for reckless imprudence resulting in homicide and serious physical injury. In Zamboanga City, a dump truck crashed into a tree after the driver lost control of the vehicle, resulting in the deaths of the 46-year-old driver and his male helper. A bystander was injured, and several vehicles and a house were damaged. The incident occurred when one of the truck’s tires exploded while descending a hill. Additionally, a 34-year-old rider was critically injured after crashing his motorcycle into a car at an intersection in Cotabato, while the 39-year-old car driver was unharmed, with police facilitating settlement discussions between both parties.
