Emergency responders assist injured security guards after their motorcycle collided with an ambulance at the intersection of United Nations Avenue and San Marcelino Street in Manila, leaving multiple individuals hurt and prompting an ongoing investigation. (Contributed photo)
A male driver and his female passenger were injured early Monday morning, Feb. 23, after their motorcycle collided with an ambulance carrying patients at the intersection of United Nations Avenue and San Marcelino Street in Ermita, Manila.
According to the Manila Police District, the crash occurred at around 5 a.m. when a Honda Click 125 motorcycle, driven by 31-year-old JF of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, with back-rider 25-year-old Charlote A. Amaris of Samar, was traveling south along San Marcelino Street.
At the same time, a Toyota Hi-Ace ambulance, driven by BM of Mamatid, Cabuyao, Laguna, was heading east along United Nations Avenue.
Police said the front of the motorcycle collided with the left-middle side of the ambulance, causing the riders to fall on the pavement.
Both victims were treated on-site by the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) Medical Response Team before being transported to Ospital ng Maynila for further medical attention.
The motorcycle driver reported pain in his right thigh and hip, while Amaris sustained wounds on her right hand, right knee, and head.
Several patients inside the ambulance also suffered minor injuries, including bruises and small cuts from shattered glass caused by the collision.
Authorities noted that the vehicles incurred unestimated property damage.
The incident was reportedly logged by the MPD as “Damage to Property with Physical Injury,” with the report filed at 8:50 a.m.
Emergency responders acted swiftly to secure the busy intersection and ensure that both the motorcycle riders and ambulance patients received immediate medical care.
An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the collision, including whether speed, right-of-way, or road conditions contributed to the accident.