4 dead in Davao City road mishap

DAVAO CITY, Philippines — A cargo truck fell into a canal along the diversion road in this city yesterday, leaving four persons dead.

Police said the fatalities, all construction workers, have yet to be identified.

Initial investigation showed the driver of the truck lost control of the wheel when the brake malfunctioned. Witnesses said the truck also rammed a street post.

Rescuers said the victims died at the scene due to the impact of the crash.