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Man struck, killed by truck on Bukidnon highway
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a pick-up truck along a national highway in Valencia City, Bukidnon in the early morning hours. Police are continuing efforts to identify the victim.
LSN Philippines ·
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — A male pedestrian died after being hit by a pick-up truck on the national highway here Saturday morning, September 5, authorities said.
The incident occurred at approximately 3:00 a.m. in front of a location on the highway, according to initial reports from the Valencia City police station. Emergency responders arrived at the scene but were unable to revive the victim.
Investigators from the Valencia City police station have launched an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the collision. The victim's identity remains unknown as of the latest reports, and police are pursuing avenues to establish the individual's identity and notify next of kin.
The cause of the accident and whether the truck driver remained at the scene are still being determined as the investigation continues.