1. Container truck accident Bacolod City councilman
2. Bacolod City councilman killed by container truck.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
A tragic incident occurred in Barangay Banago, Bacolod City on June 13, 2024, when a councilman was fatally injured in a road accident involving a container truck. The victim, identified as Joemarie Maniego, a 60-year-old councilman of Barangay Banago, lost his life in the unfortunate incident.
According to reports, the incident took place past 4 p.m. when Maniego, who was riding his motorcycle, attempted to overtake the container truck. Tragically, he lost control of his motorcycle and was run over by the truck, resulting in a fatal head injury.
Following the incident, Bacolod City Police took action by arresting the truck driver, known only as alias “Rodrigo,” a 59-year-old resident of Victorias City, Negros Occidental. However, he was later released from custody pending the decision of the Maniego family on whether to pursue charges for reckless imprudence resulting in homicide.
Speaking on the matter, Captain Rondyl Tapang, chief of Police Station 3, stated, “Eighteen hours is the regulatory period, so we released him accordingly. If the family chooses to press criminal charges, we will proceed with the necessary legal action.”
This tragic incident has left the community in shock and mourning the loss of a dedicated public servant. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and loved ones of Joemarie Maniego during this difficult time.
For more information on this heartbreaking event, please visit GMA Regional TV News.
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– Container truck accident Bacolod City councilman
– Bacolod City councilman hit by container truck.
