A retired US Navy veteran has been arrested over a road rampage that damaged multiple cars in the Philippines.

Edgardo Binoya, 68, was allegedly 'in a daze' when he rear-ended a stationary van in the capital Manila on April 8.

Witnesses said he was seen slumped over the steering wheel without moving or exiting the car after the crash.

However, when police arrived 20 minutes later to respond to the incident, Edgardo was said to have jolted awake and rammed the van a second time before reversing across the road into a fuel station.

Dramatic footage shows the SUV spinning out of control sending terrified workers running for their lives. It screeched as it tore through the pump station, before coming to a stop after slamming into a bollard.

Edgardo was arrested and did not try to flee the scene. Police said he 'appeared normal' while being detained though he claimed he could not remember what had happened.

Police Brigadier General Melecio Buslig, director of the Quezon City Police District, said in a statement: 'The suspect is now in police custody, and we are preparing charges for reckless imprudence resulting in damage to property.

'This is a reminder to our motorists to ensure that you are in a suitable condition when driving. Road safety begins with personal responsibility, your alertness and well-being can save lives.'

Authorities said no injuries were reported, while three cars and fuel station property sustained 'substantial damage'.

The van driver said: 'After the crash, I tapped on the side of his car and looked into the window. I saw him hunched over on the steering wheel. I tried to open the door on the other side, but people tried to warn me that he might have a gun, so I decided to wait for the police instead.

'When he was arrested, I asked him how he was feeling. He told me he did not know what happened, but said he felt a sharp pain in his chest. He seemed normal while I was talking to him.'

Authorities said the estimated cost of damages was being investigated.

Road accidents are common in the Philippines due to poor infrastructure, lax enforcement, and a high volume of road users. The Department of Health said an average of 12,000 Filipinos are killed in car crashes or speeding incidents every year.