Three construction workers died while three others were injured after the dump truck they were riding figured in an accident in New Bataan, Davao de Oro.
Police identified the fatalities as Samuel Painandos, 45; Marjun Alagon, 33; and Peo Mesiona, 58. The victims are employees of a construction firm based in the province.
Investigators said the truck was travelling downhill when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle after the brake malfunctioned.
The truck turned to its side and the victims were thrown off the vehicle to the ground.
The driver and two other passengers were taken to the Davao de Oro Provincial Hospital.
