Woman killed by metal piece thrown from Balingasa construction site in Quezon City — man arrested

Woman killed by metal piece thrown from Balingasa construction site in Quezon City — man arrested

📌 On Sunday, November 8, in Barangay Balingasa (Balingasa), Quezon City, Metro Manila, a woman preparing food was struck in the head by a piece of metal that came flying from a construction site and died. It was first reported as an accident in which she was hit by a falling object, but police believe a man threw the metal piece and plan to file a homicide charge against the man they caught.

■ How it happened
· According to the Quezon City Police District (QCPD), it was initially reported as an accident in which a piece of metal fell from the Creekside Riverview Market (Creekside Riverview Market) construction site, but the investigation found that it was thrown by a man who was on the construction structure.
· A family member who was at the scene said they saw the metal piece fly through the air and hit the victim, and also saw the man throw another one, but a fence kept them from reaching him right away.
· The victim suffered severe head injuries and was taken to a hospital, but died before arriving.

■ Investigation · Current status
· The man ran off after the victim collapsed, but a bystander chased him down, caught him, and handed him over to the police.
· The man admitted to throwing the metal piece but claims it was a mistake and that he had no intention of hurting anyone. Police said the man has previously been involved in a theft case as well.

■ Notice for residents and travelers
· When passing by construction sites, look up, and avoid sections without debris nets whenever possible.
· If you see anyone throwing objects or handling them dangerously at a construction site, report it to the barangay or 911.

■ Source
Manila Bulletin (11/10)

■ Photo
· File photo · Police line and police car emergency lights — Manila Bulletin