PILA, Laguna – A 12-year-old student died after was pinned to death by a passenger jeepney here Friday, July 31.
Police identified the victim as Alexis Miguel Quiozon of Calauan, Laguna.
Investigation said the victim was waiting for a ride home when an oncoming jeepney lost its brakes and rammed him.
The victim was dragged and pinned to the wall of a house and died on the spot.
The house owner said the jeepney driver admitted that his vehicle suddenly lost its brakes.
The driver was taken into custody by the Pila Municipal Police Station. He faces a case for reckless imprudence resulting in homicide and property damage.
Authorities are examining the mechanical condition of the passenger jeepney to determine if there was negligence.