Shot out of nowhere: 62-year-old lolo killed while waiting for Noche Buena
- A 62-year-old grandfather lost his life after being hit by a stray bullet while sitting outside his home in Mabalacat City on Christmas Eve
- The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital following the sudden gunshot but was unfortunately unable to survive his injuries
- Pampanga Police Colonel Eugene Marcelo is personally overseeing the investigation to identify the individual responsible for the careless gunfire
- Authorities have arrested seven people nationwide for illegal discharge of firearms as the PNP strictly enforces Republic Act No. 11926
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It was supposed to be a time for celebration and family, but Christmas Eve turned into a nightmare for a family in Barangay San Francisco, Mabalacat City, Pampanga. A 62-year-old man was killed by a stray bullet while he was simply sitting in front of his home, waiting for the clock to strike midnight.
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As reported by Jonas Reyes of the Daily Tribune, the victim was relaxing outdoors when a bullet, fired from an unknown location, struck him out of nowhere. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital in a desperate attempt to save him, he did not survive. In a matter of seconds, a family lost a father and a grandfather all because someone decided to fire a gun into the air for "fun."
This tragedy highlights the extreme danger of indiscriminate firing. It is the act of discharging a firearm without a target or any regard for where the bullet might land. Police Colonel Eugene Marcelo of the Pampanga Police Provincial Office is now personally leading the investigation to track down the person responsible for this senseless death.
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The Philippine National Police (PNP) is taking this incident very seriously. They are currently enforcing a strict "one-strike policy," especially for law enforcement officers. Under Republic Act No. 11926, the penalties for this crime have become much heavier. Any officer found involved in illegal gunfire faces immediate dismissal and criminal charges. In fact, between December 16 and 26, seven people have already been arrested across the country for similar acts, including four members of the PNP.
Indiscriminate firing has long been a dangerous tradition in the Philippines during the holidays. For years, the government has campaigned against "celebratory gunfire," which often leads to innocent bystanders getting hit by falling bullets. Because bullets fired into the air eventually return to the ground with enough force to penetrate human skin or skulls, the PNP has shifted from simple "alarm and scandal" charges to more severe criminal prosecution to serve as a deterrent and save lives.
In another part of the country, a young man's night out also ended in a heartbreak that shocked his local community. What started as a simple gathering with friends turned into a violent encounter that claimed the life of a teenager in Iloilo. Authorities are still piecing together the events that led to the confrontation, highlighting the ongoing concerns regarding safety during late-night festivities.
While some families deal with sudden loss, others are facing legal battles over life and death decisions. A husband recently made headlines after suing his wife for refusing to be his liver donor. The case has sparked intense debate online about personal bodily autonomy versus the moral obligations within a marriage, proving that family tragedies can take many forms—from the streets of Pampanga to the courtroom.
Source: KAMI.com.gh
