A tragic road accident along the South Road Properties (SRP) in Cebu City claimed two lives on Saturday afternoon, June 13, 2026. A motorcycle rider died instantly at the scene, while his passenger succumbed to injuries at the hospital.
The incident occurred around 2:10 p.m. when the motorcycle, driven by Bernel Navares, collided with a Ford Raptor pickup. The passenger was identified as Krystal Claire Mondares. Both victims were residents of Barangay Mambaling, Cebu City.
According to the Traffic Enforcement Unit (TEU) of the Cebu City Police Office, the motorcycle and the pickup, driven by 23-year-old John Tabacon of Talisay City, were traveling in opposite directions along the SRP.
Investigators reported that the motorcycle was moving in the northbound lane when it suddenly executed a U-turn, crossing directly into the path of the oncoming pickup. The pickup driver stated that he attempted to brake to avoid the collision but could not stop in time due to the motorcycle's proximity.
The impact threw both motorcycle occupants onto the road, and they were reportedly dragged several meters by the vehicle. Navares sustained severe head injuries and died at the scene. Mondares was rushed to the Cebu City Medical Center but was later declared dead on arrival.
The pickup driver is currently in police custody. Authorities are preparing to file charges of reckless imprudence resulting in double homicide, pending the outcome of further investigation.
