Super Metro has issued a statement following the tragic death of a passenger who was reportedly thrown out of a moving bus.
The incident, reported on Tuesday, March 12, sparked public outrage, prompting the company to address the matter as investigations continue.
In a statement, Super Metro acknowledged the outcry, maintaining that no one should lose their life in such a manner, further sending their condolences to the victim's family.
"We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident involving one of the buses operating under our company’s name. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the victim’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.
"We understand that the public is angry, and rightfully so. No one should lose their life in such a senseless manner. At Supermetro, we hold the sanctity of human life as a core value guiding our actions and decisions," the statement read.
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Super Metro confirmed that it has since suspended the crew involved in the incident, further pledging full cooperation with authorities to ensure accountability.
"While the matter is under investigation, we want to assure everyone that we take safety very seriously. We do not condone reckless behavior, and as a precautionary measure, the crew involved in this incident has been suspended pending further investigation. We will fully cooperate with authorities to ensure justice is served," the statement added.
In light of the incident, Super Metro is implementing stricter safety measures to prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future.
"Moving forward, we are reinforcing strict safety protocols & training to prevent such tragedies. We appreciate the public’s patience & trust as we work to uphold the highest standards in passenger safety," the statement concluded.
