PBBM orders probe into P1.2B bridge collapse

Updated Tue, March 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM Published Sat, March 1, 2025 at 8:23 AM

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. ordered an investigation into the collapse of the P1.22-billion Cabagan-Santa Maria Bridge in Isabela, focusing on potential corruption and accountability.

The newly completed bridge collapsed on February 28, 2025, with an overloaded dump truck reportedly contributing to the incident.

Four individuals were injured and remain hospitalized.

Senate President Francis Escudero suggested that the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) should lead the investigation due to their technical expertise, while also noting that accountability must be established.

Escudero added that if the contractor followed the design and the fault lies there, liability shifts elsewhere.

Opposition lawmakers are calling for a congressional inquiry to scrutinize the project and determine accountability from the contractor and DPWH officials.

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