Kapamilya actor John Lloyd Cruz was rushed to a nearby hospital on Thursday, February 20, 2014 after he figured in a bike accident while shooting a new station ID for ABS-CBN in Mount Pinatubo.
The 30-year-old Star Magic member was reportedly riding a bike but he fell off the bike while trying to avoid a pothole. John Lloyd Cruz was then rushed to a hospital where he received four stitches for an open wound under the actor’s left nostril, where some stone reportedly entered.
ABS-CBN confirmed the John Lloyd accident through a news report posted on their website. John Lloyd said to be in shock and is undergoing a CT scan.
The Kapamilya Channel also noted that John Lloyd will be referred to a hospital in Metro Manila upon his return to the city. There are rumors spreading online that John Lloyd’s girlfriend, Angelica Panganiban was also hurt during the incident.
The ABS-CBN talent management arm Star Magic denied the report of Angelica’s involvement with the incident. Star Magic issued the following statement.
“Angelica Panganiban was present at the shoot but was not part of the scene and not involved in the accident. We thank everyone for their concern,” Star Magic said.