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NAIA crash driver enters ‘not guilty’ plea
The driver involved in a fatal crash at NAIA Terminal 1, identified as Leo Gonzales, has pleaded not guilty to charges of reckless imprudence resulting in two counts of homicide, multiple physical injuries, and damage to property.
The incident occurred on May 4, when Gonzales' SUV crashed into pedestrians at the Departure West Curbside Area of NAIA Terminal 1.
The crash resulted in the deaths of a four-year-old girl, Malia Kates Yuchen Masongsong, and an overseas Filipino worker, Dearick Keo Faustino, and caused injuries to several others.
Gonzales was arrested at the scene but later released after posting P100,000 bail.
He claimed he panicked and accidentally pressed the accelerator after another vehicle cut him off.
Malia's mother, Cynthia Masongsong, attended the arraignment and expressed her grief and determination to fight for justice for her daughter.
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