Argument turns deadly: A 22-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Pangasinan after a heated dispute

• A 22-year-old man, Stevenson Rosario, was tragically killed after being stabbed multiple times during a visit to a suspect's home in Binmaley, Pangasinan

• Authorities have arrested 21-year-old Luis Dave Lagatao in connection with the fatal stabbing, and he is now facing a complaint of hom1cide

• Police reported that an argument between the victim and the suspect escalated into the fatal confrontation, though the precise details of the dispute are still under investigation

• Rosario's family is appealing for justice following the sudden and violent death of their loved one, as the Binmaley Police continue their investigation into the incident

A 22-year-old man tragically lost his life after being repeatedly stabbed during a visit to the suspect's residence in Binmaley, Pangasinan.

The victim has been identified as Stevenson Rosario, a resident of Barangay Ambuetel in Calasiao town.

Authorities have apprehended 21-year-old Luis Dave Lagatao, a resident of Barangay Parayao, Binmaley, in connection with the fatal stabbing. Lagatao is now facing a complaint of hom1cide.

The violent incident occurred on a Saturday evening. Footage from a video showed Good Samaritans carrying the gravely wounded Rosario and putting him into a vehicle to rush him to a hospital.

Despite immediate medical attention, Rosario succumbed to his injuries, having sustained three stab wounds to his body.

Police Captain Maureen Grace Tarlit, Duty Officer at the Binmaley Police Station, stated that an altercation between the victim and the suspect escalated into the deadly confrontation.

While the exact nature of the dispute has not been fully disclosed, investigators are working to piece together the events that led to the stabbing.

Rosario's family is now seeking justice for their lost loved one, grappling with the sudden and violent end to his life. The community of Calasiao has also expressed shock and sorrow over the incident.

As of the latest reports, attempts to get a statement from the detained suspect, Luis Dave Lagatao, have been unsuccessful.

His family members have reportedly declined to allow him to speak with media. The ongoing investigation by the Binmaley Police aims to uncover all details surrounding the incident and ensure that proper legal proceedings are followed.

This tragic event underscores the critical importance of de-escalating conflicts and seeking peaceful resolutions to disagreements.

Local authorities continue to remind residents about the dangers of violence and encourage reporting any suspicious activities or altercations to the police immediately.

The case remains under active investigation as the legal process unfolds for the alleged perpetrator.

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, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh