Philippine News Agency
Central Luzon police logs 7 Holy Week fatalities
Police Brig. Gen. Jean S. Fajardo reported a peaceful observance of Holy Week across Central Luzon.
Fajardo credited the success to the coordinated efforts of the public, local government units, religious organizations, and volunteer force multipliers.
Thousands of devotees participated in religious activities throughout the region.
Despite the overall peace, seven individuals died in nine separate drowning incidents across Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and Zambales.
Additionally, three vehicular accidents were recorded in Nueva Ecija, Zambales, and Bataan, resulting in injuries, with all incidents currently under investigation.
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