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Four killed in head-on motorcycle crash in Palawan
A high-speed collision between two motorcycles claimed four lives and left one person injured on a national highway in Bataraza, Palawan, early Sunday morning. The crash occurred in the pre-dawn hours along a stretch of road in Barangay Sumbiling.
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The fatal accident took place around 2 a.m. along the national highway in Barangay Sumbiling, Bataraza, when two motorcycles traveling at high speed from opposite directions collided head-on, according to the Palawan Police Provincial Office. The impact of the collision was severe enough to result in multiple fatalities at the scene.
Police records indicate that four people died in the incident, with one additional person sustaining injuries. Among the deceased was an 18-year-old, though full details regarding all victims have not yet been disclosed.
The Palawan Police Provincial Office has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision. Authorities are examining factors such as visibility conditions, road conditions, and vehicle speeds at the time of the accident to determine the exact cause of the crash.
The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns along major highways in Palawan, where high-speed travel and limited visibility during early morning hours continue to pose risks to motorists. The national highway in Bataraza remains a critical transportation route in the province.