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LTO suspends license of driver in deadly NAIA crash; motorist to undergo drug test
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has preventively suspended for 90 days the driver's license of the motorist involved in a fatal incident at NAIA Terminal 1.
A show cause order was also issued to the driver and the registered owner of the vehicle.
The incident occurred when a sports utility vehicle (SUV) crashed into the west departure curbside area of the terminal, killing a 28-year-old man and a five-year-old girl, and injuring three others.
The driver stated he panicked and mistakenly stepped on the gas pedal instead of the brakes when another vehicle cut him off.
The driver will undergo drug testing as per the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act of 2013, and refusal to submit could lead to penalties.
The Department of Transportation's initial review of CCTV footage indicates there was no premeditated plan to inflict harm.
Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon confirmed the injured were brought to San Juan de Dios Hospital in Pasay City.
LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Rigor Mendoza stated that the incident will still be investigated despite the driver's statement.
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