Two Construction Workers Killed in Mandaue City Cement Sack Accident
A tragic construction site accident in Mandaue City, Cebu, has resulted in the deaths of two workers and left another injured. The incident occurred on Saturday morning, January 24, 2026, at approximately 9:45 AM, at a condominium building under construction along A.S. Fortuna Street in Barangay Banilad.
Details of the Fatal Incident
According to initial reports, the workers were handling approximately 20 sacks of cement when the sacks suddenly fell and landed on them. The impact proved fatal for two individuals, while a third sustained injuries. The victims have been identified as Alfonso Lazaga, 39, from Negros Occidental, and Victor Sindey, 54, a resident of Basak San Nicolas, Cebu City, both of whom succumbed to their injuries. The injured worker is Johnzel Villafuerte, 24, from San Fernando, Cebu, who is currently receiving medical attention.
Ongoing Police Investigation
Authorities from Police Station 4 of the Mandaue City Police Office have launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this workplace tragedy. The probe aims to determine the exact cause of the accident, including whether safety protocols were followed at the construction site. Such incidents highlight critical concerns about occupational hazards in the construction industry, particularly in rapidly developing urban areas like Mandaue City.
This accident underscores the importance of stringent safety measures and regular inspections to prevent similar fatalities in the future. As the investigation continues, local officials and labor groups may call for enhanced enforcement of workplace safety regulations to protect construction workers across the Philippines.
