BY: ANGELICA ARQUERO
A 16-year-old girl died after the motorcycle she was riding collided with a tree in Barangay Mariquet, Solsona, Ilocos Norte, on the evening of April 6.
The victim, who had been drinking with her 18-year-old boyfriend, left the scene after an argument, according to police reports.
The motorcycle, which was traveling at high speed, crashed into a Narra tree at around 7:55 PM.
The victim was found lying on the road with severe injuries.
She was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead on arrival due to the impact of the crash.
Solsona Police Chief, PMAJ. Chris Anthony Sorsano, said the victim was reportedly intoxicated and was not wearing a helmet when the incident occurred.
He reminded the public to avoid driving under the influence and urged parents to prevent minors from riding motorcycles.
This incident marks the second traffic-related fatality in the area this year.