American Bully dies after man repeatedly hits him with "dos por dos"; owner seeks justice
- A man in Sandanga, Mountain Province killed an American Bully named Axel by repeatedly beating the dog with a wooden plank
- The suspect claimed the dog urinated on him, citing a local belief that such an incident brings misfortune
- Mayor Robert Wanawan condemned the act and confirmed that the suspect now faces an animal cruelty complaint
- The Animal Kingdom Foundation is urging swift government action as local officials begin drafting an ordinance to prevent similar cases
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Calls for justice continue to grow after an American Bully named Axel was beaten to death by a man in Sandanga, Mountain Province.
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The disturbing incident, which took place in Barangay Saclit, was captured in a viral video and has since triggered outrage online and in the community.
According to Mayor Robert Wanawan, the suspect told authorities that the dog had urinated on him.
The mayor explained that the man acted based on a long-held local belief that such an occurrence brings bad luck or even death.
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In the report of Sendee Salvacio for GMA Regional TV on "24 Oras," the video showed the suspect striking Axel with a two-by-two wooden plank in front of several onlookers.
The dog managed to run away, but the man chased after him and continued the assault until the animal died.
Mayor Wanawan said, "May belief kasi kami na pagka (inihian) ka ng aso, may malas o kamatayan."
He added that anger likely drove the suspect to act violently in public.
The suspect is now facing a complaint related to animal cruelty.
The case has prompted animal welfare advocates to call for firm and immediate action.
The Animal Kingdom Foundation stressed the need for accountability and urged local authorities to respond swiftly to what happened to Axel.
In response, Mayor Wanawan has instructed the Sangguniang Bayan to begin drafting an ordinance aimed at addressing incidents of this nature and strengthening animal protection in their municipality.
GMA Regional TV is still attempting to obtain a statement from the suspect as the investigation continues.
In Davao City, a 74-year-old man was killed by his own grandson, leaving their community in shock. Relatives revealed that the 27-year-old suspect had a history of alarming behavior and had been admitted to a mental health facility multiple times. The family has chosen not to file criminal charges and instead plans to have him placed under psychiatric care. Neighbors say they are still grappling with the sudden and heartbreaking nature of the incident.
Meanwhile, a separate tragedy has sparked public concern after an 18-year-old student died following the circulation of unauthorized CCTV footage. The video, which allegedly showed her taking ice cream without paying, was shared among young people in the area. According to her family, the clip caused her extreme shame, fear, and emotional distress. Authorities have already filed complaints against the store owner and a study room supervisor for potential violations of privacy laws. These two incidents have fueled nationwide discussions on digital responsibility and the dangers of sharing sensitive material online. Experts stress that what people post on social media can lead to serious real-world harm, especially when minors are involved. Advocates are also calling for expanded mental health support and stronger public education to prevent similar tragedies and protect vulnerable individuals in the future.
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