Student dies after motorcycle hits LRT-1 post on Taft Avenue

A 21-year-old student, Carl Justin Manalo, died when his motorcycle crashed into an LRT-1 concrete post on Taft Avenue in Malate, Manila.

The incident occurred late Wednesday night as the student was traveling southbound on Taft Avenue near Vito Cruz Street.

According to the Manila Police District (MPD), the motorcycle's front end collided with the post, causing the rider to be thrown several meters away.

Manalo sustained severe head injuries and was declared dead at the scene.

His remains have been transferred to Funeraria Cruz in Sta. Cruz.

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