Three individuals were injured in a collision between a motorcycle and a tricycle on the national highway in Barangay Palanas, Ronda, Cebu, on the evening of August 14.
The accident occurred around 7:55 PM, with authorities notified shortly after at 7:59 PM.
Tricycle's lane violation leads to crash
According to Ronda Police Chief Police Major Abraham B. Igot, the initial investigation revealed that the tricycle, operated by a 57-year-old driver, had encroached into the opposite lane while anticipating a turn.
The motorcycle, being driven by a 24-year-old man with a 37-year-old back-rider, was traveling in its designated lane from Moalboal toward Dumanjug when the crash occurred.
The collision resulted in both drivers and the motorcycle’s back-rider being thrown from their vehicles.
Emergency response and medical treatment
The injured parties were swiftly transported to Barili District Hospital, assisted by the Ronda Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office. All three were conscious and able to communicate during treatment.
Ongoing discussions for settlement
As of now, authorities have not reported any signs of intoxication among the drivers, and no formal charges have been filed.
Police are facilitating discussions between the involved parties, who are reportedly working towards a settlement regarding the incident.
This incident underscores the importance of adhering to traffic regulations, particularly in areas with heavy vehicle traffic. Cebu has seen a series of road accidents that have raised concerns about safety standards.