A pick-up vehicle fell into a creek in Dipolog City early this morning, April 29, 2026, along Crossing Bypass Road in Barangay Sta. Isabel after it lost control while making a turn.
The driver and passenger escaped unharmed after the vehicle veered off the roadway and landed in the shallow portion of the creek.
CCTV footage showed the pick-up slowly approaching the curve before it turned left and lost stability, causing it to plunge into the water.
Authorities immediately responded to the scene and secured the area to prevent further risk to motorists passing through the road section.
Police launched an investigation to determine the possible causes of the accident and whether road conditions or driver error contributed to the incident.
Police Captain Roel Talaid, Deputy Chief of Police of Dipolog City PNP, said investigators continue gathering statements and reviewing available CCTV evidence.
He added that authorities prioritize determining the exact circumstances to prevent similar incidents in the area in the future.
Recovery teams later retrieved the pick-up vehicle from the creek using a boom truck deployed at the site.
Traffic briefly slowed in the area as responders conducted recovery operations and ensured road safety for passing vehicles.
Authorities confirmed that the identities of the driver and passenger remain undisclosed while the investigation continues.
Officials also reminded motorists to exercise caution when driving along curved and narrow sections of the bypass road, especially during early morning hours with reduced visibility.
In the heart of breaking road incidents, this is [Your Name], reporting from Dipolog City for Brigada News FM, the Music and News Authority.
