Several hurt as military vehicle hits cars in Manila; Marines apologize

Inquirer.net - Oct 10, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Several civilians and a police officer were injured when a military vehicle figured in a multi-vehicle collision in Manila, on Saturday morning. In a statement, the Philippines Marine Corps said the accident occurred at 6:31 a.m. near the corner of Pureza Street and Magsaysay Boulevard in Sampaloc district. The Marine Corps said its

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