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Driver killed in road rage in Tondo, Manila | The Final Word

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Jenny Alba faced the media Friday following the death of her husband, Benjamin Bagtas, who fell victim to road rage. CCTV footage shows the closed van driven by Bagtas and a trailer truck along Mel Lopez Boulevard in Manila. Bagtas was crushed to death after exiting his vehicle as the truck picked up speed and turned right. The suspect denies the allegations despite initial investigations suggesting intent to hit the victim. He also claims he was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The trucking company says they will not tolerate the driver's actions and will assist the victim's family. The driver will remain behind bars and face murder charges.

Highlights

CCTV footage reveals details of fatal incident
00:00:35

CCTV footage shows Bagtas getting out of his van on Mel Lopez Boulevard in Manila. A trailer truck then sped up, turned right, crushing and dragging Bagtas before fleeing the scene. Bagtas died at the hospital later that evening.

Suspect denies allegations
00:01:23

The suspect denies all allegations, despite initial investigations indicating an intent to hit the victim. He also denies consuming alcohol or using illegal drugs.

Trucking company responds and driver faces charges
00:02:04

The victim's family and companion state that an apology is insufficient. The trucking company's representative stated they do not condone the driver's actions and will provide assistance to the victim's family. The truck driver remains in custody and will face murder charges.

Wife recounts husband's death
00:00:15

Jenny Alba, the wife of Benjamin Bagtas, spoke to the media about her husband's death due to a road rage incident.

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