105 years old na lola, patay nang mabangga habang tumatawid, nakaladkad pa umano sa daan

A 105-year-old woman, Rosalina “Apong” Dela Rosa, died after being hit and dragged by a vehicle in Abra De Ilog, Occidental Mindoro
The incident occurred around midnight on June 12, just one day after she celebrated her birthday on June 11, 2025
A relative nearby heard a loud crash and initially thought a dog had been hit, only to discover it was Apong Rosalina, ABS-CBN reported
The victim’s family is calling for justice as authorities continue to investigate the fatal accident

A tragic incident claimed the life of a 105-year-old woman, Rosalina “Apong” Corpuz Dela Rosa, in Abra De Ilog, Occidental Mindoro, just days after celebrating her birthday on June 11, 2025.

The elderly victim, affectionately known as “Apong,” was reportedly struck and dragged by a vehicle around midnight on June 12,

In a phone interview with ABS-CBN News, Marilou Dela Rosa, the victim’s daughter-in-law, recounted the heartbreaking details of the incident.

According to Marilou, a relative who lived near the road was awakened by a loud crashing sound.

Initially thinking that their dog had been hit, they rushed outside to check.

To their shock and horror, they discovered that it was Apong Rosalina who had been hit.

Further details about the vehicle involved or the driver responsible have yet to be released as authorities continue to investigate the matter.

The community mourns the untimely death of Apong Rosalina, who had just marked a rare milestone of turning 105.

Her long life was suddenly cut short by an avoidable road tragedy.

The incident raises concerns about pedestrian safety in the area, especially for elderly residents living near poorly lit or frequently used roads.

The Dela Rosa family is calling for justice and accountability, hoping this will serve as a reminder to all motorists to remain alert and cautious at all times.

Youth for Mindoro shared a photo of the grandmother.

News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.