At least one died and five others were injured when the elf truck they were riding fell into a ravine in Banna, Ilocos Norte.

The accident occurred on Wednesday, November 21, 2024.

The victim, identified as 22-year-old Marco Llanes, died after getting trapped under sacks of rice loaded on the truck.

Five others, including the driver, suffered injuries.

Police investigation revealed that the truck’s brakes failed, causing the driver to lose control and the vehicle to plunge into the ravine.

Responders from the police and Bureau of Fire Protection rescued the victims quickly.

“Sila po ay mga farmers at pauwi na sana sila. Siya [si Marco Llanes] lang ang napuruhan, naipit sa sasakyan,” PCapt. Emerito Mamenta, Chief of Banna Police Station, said.

Authorities remind motorists to ensure their vehicles are in proper working condition, especially when traveling on hilly roads.