Ina, nagdadalamhati sa pagpaslang sa solong anak na delivery rider

- Christian Dave Sapio, a 29-year-old food delivery rider, was fatally stabbed on Bitas Road, Barangay Molino 2, Bacoor, Cavite

- His mother, Angelita Batiao, learned about his death through a video posted on social media

- Due to financial hardship, Angelita chose cremation through the LGU’s free program instead of holding a wake

- The grieving mother is appealing for justice and a thorough investigation into her only son's murder

Angelita Batiao is overwhelmed with grief and uncertainty after the tragic death of her only son, 29-year-old Christian Dave Sapio, a food delivery rider who was fatally stabbed on Bitas Road, Barangay Molino 2, Bacoor, Cavite.

The incident occurred in the early hours of May 27, 2025, and was discovered by Bacoor City Police at approximately 4 a.m., with both the victim and his motorcycle found at the scene.

Angelita learned of her son's death through a video posted on social media, a harrowing experience that added to her anguish.

Due to financial constraints, she is unable to hold a traditional wake for her son and has opted for cremation, which is available for free through the local government's program.

The family is now appealing to authorities for a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrator to justice.

The community has expressed shock and sorrow over the incident, highlighting the risks faced by food delivery riders who work tirelessly to provide for their families.

This tragic event underscores the need for increased safety measures for delivery workers and support for families affected by such crimes. As Angelita mourns the loss of her son, she hopes that justice will be served and that no other family will have to endure a similar tragedy.

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

In other news, a 61-year-old woman died after being run over three times by two SUVs and a sedan at Illinois Street and Aurora Boulevard in Barangay Silangan, Quezon City, on May 17. The victim was initially struck by an SUV, then hit again by a second SUV and a sedan moments later, GMA News showed. QCPD is reviewing CCTV footage and has urged the involved drivers to cooperate with the investigation. The incident has raised public concern over road safety and calls for stricter traffic enforcement in the area.

Still in other news, a 16-year-old girl in Antipolo accused a tricycle driver of forcibly taking her to a hotel instead of bringing her home after work around 3 a.m. The victim said the driver ignored her pleas and sped up when she asked to be let off, "binilisan pa niya lalo 'yung takbo ng tricycle niya, natatakot na po ako nun." At the hotel, CCTV showed the driver holding her arm, and the girl said: *"hihingi po sana ako ng tulong kaso natatakot po ako sa kanya." The hotel cashier refused to let them check in after suspecting something was wrong, prompting the girl to threaten to report the driver, who then fled the scene, according to ABS-CBN.

Source: KAMI.com.gh