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Military vehicle collision injures civilians, police officer in Manila
A Philippine Marine Corps vehicle collided with multiple cars in Manila's Sampaloc district on Saturday morning, leaving several people injured. The Marines have issued an apology following the early-morning incident.
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The multi-vehicle accident occurred at 6:31 a.m. near the intersection of Pureza Street and Magsaysay Boulevard in Sampaloc, according to the Philippine Marine Corps. Several civilians and at least one police officer sustained injuries in the collision.
The Marine Corps acknowledged responsibility for the incident and extended an apology to those affected. The statement from the military unit did not specify the cause of the accident or the extent of injuries sustained by those involved.
Emergency responders attended to the scene following the crash. Details regarding the number of vehicles involved and the specific circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation.
The incident comes as road safety remains a concern in Metro Manila, where heavy traffic and congestion frequently contribute to vehicular accidents. Authorities have not released additional information regarding potential charges or further action related to the incident.