Isabela man surrenders after fatal retaliation over alleged abuse
- A man surrendered to Sto. Tomas police on Sunday, admitting to the fatal stabbing of an acquaintance in Barangay Balelleng
- The suspect claimed he acted out of desperation following three separate instances of forced physical violation by the deceased
- The victim's body was discovered by a sibling on Sunday morning with a fatal wound to the throat; the murder weapon was recovered by police
- Authorities have filed h0micide charges against the suspect while they investigate the validity of his claims of prior victimization
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A man is currently in police custody after he confessed to the fatal stabbing of an acquaintance in Sto. Tomas, Isabela, on Saturday evening, January 24, 2026.
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The suspect, whose identity has been withheld by authorities, surrendered voluntarily, claiming the act was a retaliatory response to a series of severe personal violations.
The victim's body was discovered on Sunday morning in a secluded area of Barangay Balelleng by a family member who had launched a search after the individual failed to return home.
Initial reports from the Sto. Tomas Police Station indicate the victim sustained a fatal wound to the throat, consistent with a sharp-edged weapon.
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Following the discovery, local authorities arrived to process the crime scene. In an unexpected turn of events, the suspect approached the investigating officers on-site to admit his involvement.
He reportedly led police to the location of the weapon used in the encounter, which has since been recovered as evidence.
During the initial interrogation, the suspect provided a motive centered on long-term victimization.
He alleged that the deceased had subjected him to repeated and forced physical violations on three separate occasions.
The suspect claimed that he felt cornered and unable to stop the recurring abuse, which ultimately led to the decision to confront the victim in a remote location.
"He stated that he was pushed to his limit due to the recurring nature of the incidents," a police spokesperson noted.
Investigators are currently verifying the suspect's claims of prior victimization to determine if any previous reports or medical evidence exist to support his narrative of self-preservation.
The suspect is presently detained at the Sto. Tomas Police Station. While he has claimed his actions were a form of desperate retaliation, the local prosecutor's office has proceeded with the filing of a h0micide complaint.
Authorities are conducting a comprehensive investigation into the background of both individuals to paint a clearer picture of their relationship.
The victim’s family has called for a swift and fair trial, while community leaders urge the public to remain calm as the legal process unfolds.
In other news, two men wanted for a string of serious felony charges since 2010 were finally captured by Angeles City police on Wednesday, ending a 16-year run from the law. Investigators located the suspects at a local construction site in Barangay Cuayan, where they had allegedly been working as manual laborers to avoid identification. The duo had been the subject of long-standing arrest warrants issued by the Angeles Regional Trial Court, which carried a "no-bail" recommendation due to the severity of the accusations. Following their apprehension, the suspects were processed at Station 5, marking a significant step toward delivering justice in a case that had stalled for over a decade.
Still in other news, a volunteer firefighter, identified by the call sign "Kwatro," admitted to removing alcoholic beverages from a fire-ravaged supermarket but claimed his actions were sanctioned by officials. DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla has launched a comprehensive investigation, warning that any individual found taking advantage of the disaster will face immediate termination and criminal suits. While the BFP noted the suspects lacked official government uniforms, they are currently cross-referencing response logs from 30 different volunteer units to find the culprits. Legitimate fire brigades are urging the public not to let the viral "looting" footage tarnish the reputation of the thousands of volunteers who serve the community selflessly.
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