A 27-year-old motorcyclist passed away in Barangay Tangub, Bacolod City, after colliding with a carabao that had strayed onto the road Monday night.
The victim, identified as Noli from Barangay Pahanocoy, was reportedly heading home when the animal suddenly appeared in his path, giving him no time to react. The force of the crash threw him off his motorcycle and left him with severe injuries. The crash threw Noli off his motorcycle, causing serious injuries, and investigators noted that he was not wearing a helmet, which likely worsened the outcome.
Authorities are currently trying to track down the owner of the carabao, highlighting the risks posed by roaming livestock on public roads and the potential legal consequences.
This incident follows a series of accidents in the region involving animals on the road. Just last week, a motorist in Iloilo was seriously injured after hitting a stray cow on a poorly lit provincial road. In North Cotabato, a tricycle driver was killed after colliding with a wandering horse, sparking calls for stricter enforcement of local ordinances on loose animals.
Authorities continue to caution motorists about the dangers of speeding and riding without protective gear, especially at night, while urging communities to keep livestock properly secured.
Police say the investigation into Noli’s crash is ongoing, with hopes that identifying the carabao’s owner will clarify accountability.
