A 61-year-old construction worker died after a crane collapsed at an ongoing bridge construction project in Barangay Udalo, Abra de Ilog, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines.

According to authorities, the crane suddenly gave way while operations were underway at the construction site, trapping the worker beneath the heavy equipment. Emergency responders rushed the victim to Abra de Ilog Community Hospital, but he was later pronounced dead.

Police and local officials secured the area as investigators began examining the cause of the collapse. Initial findings indicate that authorities are looking into possible structural failure, overloading, or mechanical issues involving the crane.

Following the fatal incident, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) ordered the suspension of lifting operations at the bridge project pending a full safety investigation. Officials stated that engineers and safety inspectors are conducting assessments to determine accountability and prevent similar accidents in the future.