Two siblings riding a motorcycle were killed in a collision with a funeral van along the National Highway in Barangay Iniban, Ayungon, Negros Oriental, on Nov. 11.
The crash happened at about 9:15 p.m., killing John, 22, a criminology student, and his 16-year-old sister, Junavie. Both were declared dead on arrival at a hospital.
Based on the initial police investigation, the motorcycle was traveling along the northbound lane when it allegedly made a sudden left turn and collided with the oncoming van.
The impact dragged the motorcycle and its two occupants underneath the vehicle.
The funeral van also struck three pedestrians who were walking along the roadside.
The van’s driver and helper, along with the three pedestrians, sustained injuries, according to the initial report.
Police are preparing to file a complaint of reckless imprudence resulting in multiple homicides and multiple physical injuries against the van’s driver.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
The incident resulted in two fatalities and injuries to five other people, including the van’s driver and helper.
