The white Ford Territory with plate number NHT 2936, captured on CCTV footage, was identified by the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) as the vehicle involved in the fatal hit-and-run along Quezon Avenue in Barangay Paligsahan, Quezon City on June 27. (Photo courtesy of QCPD)
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) has identified the vehicle and the driver involved in the hit-and-run that killed a 69-year-old man at the corner of Quezon Avenue and Scout Magbanua Street in Barangay Paligsahan, Quezon City, on June 27.
QCPD said investigators were able to locate the vehicle through backtracking and forward-tracking operations, supported by CCTV footage from the area.
Authorities identified the vehicle as a white Ford Territory, plate NHT 2936, sold to a man named Angelo, who was later confirmed as the driver during the incident.
The District Traffic Enforcement Unit has already served Angelo a Notice of Investigation as the probe continues.
Police said they will file appropriate charges before the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office.
QCPD director Police Brig. Gen. Randy Glenn Silvio said the district will continue to pursue all leads to ensure accountability and justice for the victim.
He reminded motorists to obey traffic laws and never leave the scene of an accident.