The lone fatality was identified as Ryan Bangsilan (25 years old). Those injured were William Flores (in critical condition), Jimboy De Guzman Paraiso (21), Jordan Francisco (19), Jonel Francisco Aquino (19), and Robert Alviar (49). A backhoe had to be used to break up the fallen concrete wall before rescuers, police operatives, and volunteers were able to get to the pinned workers. They were all rushed to the Baguio General Hospital and Medical Center (BGHMC).
A passenger jeepney and a taxi also incurred damages due to the incident. No driver or passenger were reported to have been hurt. The building being demolished is reportedly owned by Alfonso Lao, a member of the Lao family. The Lao family owns and runs the Tiong San store chain in the city and nearby La Trinidad.
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Members of the rescue team going through the rubble. Photo courtesy of the Baguio City Police Office (BCPO). |