Car crash at airport in the Philippines kills at least 2, including young girl
A tragic vehicular accident occurred at Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport, resulting in the death of a man and a young girl, with four others injured. The black SUV involved in the crash unexpectedly accelerated into the airport entrance, causing significant damage and prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Initial investigations suggest that the driver accidentally pressed the gas pedal instead of the brakes after another car suddenly passed in front of him. The driver has been taken into custody, and his license suspended for 90 days pending further investigation. Authorities and the airport operator are urging the public to await verified updates and refrain from speculating on the incident.
The accident at Ninoy Aquino International Airport involved a black SUV crashing into the entrance, leading to the deaths of a man and a young girl, and injuring four others.
The incident occurred when the SUV, parked near the terminal entrance, accelerated into the walkway after the driver mistakenly hit the gas pedal instead of the brakes.
The young girl was initially reported to be four years old by the Philippine Red Cross, but later clarified to be five years old by the Secretary of Transportation.
In response to the crash, the driver was taken into custody by police, and his driving license was suspended for 90 days while investigations continue.
The airport operator, New NAIA Infra Co., issued a statement urging the public not to speculate, as images of the crash circulated on social media.
Emergency personnel quickly responded to the scene where shattered glass and a damaged SUV were visible, and the injured received medical treatment.
The accident is under thorough investigation by the authorities in collaboration with airport management to establish the exact cause and prevent future incidents.