Bulletin: On the Train Accident in New Zealand

19 June 2019 — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), through the Philippine Embassy in Wellington, is closely monitoring the aftermath of a train and car accident in New Zealand this morning, where five Filipinos were involved. Ambassador to New Zealand Jesus S. Domingo reported that the Embassy is closely coordinating with authorities to ascertain the identities of the Filipinos and check their condition.

Two of the five Filipinos passed away due to the accident, while three were injured. The incident happened at the Bay of Plenty on Pongakawa School Road near Te Puke in northern New Zealand. The Embassy stands ready to provide the necessary assistance to the Filipinos and their families. END