Construction worker pinned by falling crane in Occidental Mindoro 

A construction worker died after a crane boom fell on him during the construction of a bridge in Occidental Mindoro.

According to a report on “24 Oras” on Thursday, the police said the 61-year-old victim was not wearing personal protective equipment.

The victim was declared dead on arrival at the hospital.

Meanwhile, the crane operator was arrested and could face charges for reckless imprudence resulting in homicide. He has yet to comment on the matter.

The Department of Public Works and Highways has issued a cease and desist order to the contractor. The department also ordered an investigation into the incident. —Vince Angelo Ferreras/LDF, GMA News