SEVEN people were injured on August 14 in Caloocan City when a 70-year-old driver’s SUV crashed into a private school.
According to police reports, the driver, who was waiting to pick up his grandchild, mistakenly stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake, causing the vehicle to lunge forward and crash through the school’s premises.
The victims, who sustained varying degrees of injuries, are reported to be in stable condition and were promptly transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
Authorities are investigating the incident and are considering filing charges of reckless imprudence resulting in multiple physical injuries and damage to property against the driver.
This incident follows a similar SUV crash at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) involving another elderly driver, raising concerns about the driving competency of senior motorists. Police are reminding all drivers, particularly seniors, to exercise caution and ensure their vehicles are in good working order before operating them. The school management has assured parents that safety measures will be reviewed to prevent future accidents.
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