Angeles City Mayor Calls for Owner's Cooperation in Building Collapse Investigation
Angeles mayor urges collapsed building owner to aid probe
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Angeles City Mayor Carmelo 'Jon' Lazatin II has urged the owner of a collapsed nine-story building in Barangay Balibago, Pampanga, to assist authorities in validating the number of workers present during the incident. The collapse occurred early Sunday, resulting in 26 rescues as search and rescue operations continue.
- 01The building collapsed early Sunday, prompting an emergency response from local authorities.
- 02Mayor Lazatin identified 'Mr. Lim' as the alleged owner, but the building permit was issued to Golden Years Construction and Steelworks.
- 03A total of 26 people were rescued, including 24 from the building and two from an adjacent apartelle.
- 04Search and rescue operations are ongoing to determine if more individuals are trapped under the debris.
- 05Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon joined Mayor Lazatin during the site inspection.
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On Sunday, May 24, 2026, a nine-story building under construction collapsed in Barangay Balibago, Angeles City, Pampanga, prompting immediate emergency response efforts. Mayor Carmelo 'Jon' Lazatin II urged the building owner, identified as 'Mr. Lim,' to cooperate with authorities and provide a representative to help confirm the number of workers present at the site during the collapse. The building permit for the project was issued to Golden Years Construction and Steelworks, based in Malabon, raising questions about accountability. As of Sunday afternoon, search and rescue operations led by the Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (ACDRRMO) had successfully rescued 26 individuals—24 from the collapsed structure and 2 from an adjacent apartelle struck by falling debris. The ACDRRMO received reports of the collapse around 3 a.m., and operations continue as responders search for any additional victims trapped beneath the rubble.
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The collapse raises concerns about safety standards in construction and the need for accountability from construction firms.
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