The Department of Education (DepEd), on Wednesday, May 22, conveyed its condolences to the family of a Grade 5 student who tragically passed away on the school premises.
"We extend our sincerest condolences to the bereaved family and friends of the victim. The concerned Schools Division Office has reached out to the family for necessary assistance during this time of grief," DepEd said in a social media post.
The incident occurred when the student fell into a septic tank within the school campus on May 20.
Initial investigation by the Alfonso Municipal Police Station revealed that the pupil and three others were having lunch while seated on a concrete chair positioned above the septic tank at Sinaliw Malaki Elementary School.
Deped clarified there were four other children present, contrary to earlier reports.
"School officials are already in coordination (with) the local government unit, for medical assistance and the conduct of psychological first aid to the affected learners," DepEd said.
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DepEd assured that school officials are working closely with local authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident.