Man killed by younger brother after cockfighting dispute in Cebu

• A man was shot dead by his younger brother in Sibonga, Cebu, after a heated argument over a cockfighting dispute escalated into violence.
• The incident began when the elder sibling asked his brother to roast a defeated rooster, leading to confusion and a physical altercation over another gamecock that had also died
• Their father revealed that the suspect often endured physical abuse from his elder brother whenever the latter was drunk, which may have pushed him to commit the crime
• The suspect, now facing murder charges, has expressed regret for his actions, as authorities urge families to address domestic violence before it leads to tragedy

A tragic incident unfolded in Sibonga, Cebu, where a man was shot dead by his younger brother following a heated argument over a cockfighting match.

According to police reports aired on GMA Regional TV’s "Balitanghali," the confrontation stemmed from a dispute involving two gamecocks brought home by the elder sibling.

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The victim reportedly arrived home carrying a defeated rooster and ordered his younger brother to roast it.

He also brought another rooster, which had won the fight but later died. Believing that both roosters were to be cooked, the younger brother began washing and preparing the second bird, sparking an argument.

This verbal exchange escalated into a physical fight, which their father tried to break up. However, as the brothers left the house, the younger sibling shot his elder brother along the road, resulting in his immediate death.

The father revealed that the suspect may have reached his breaking point, as the victim often assaulted him when drunk. Authorities said the younger brother now faces murder charges and has expressed deep remorse for his actions.

The incident adds to a string of violent altercations in local communities, shedding light on unresolved family issues and the dangers of unchecked domestic abuse.

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Police are reminding the public about the importance of seeking intervention in cases of family violence to prevent such tragic outcomes.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh