Mister, iniwan ang driver’s license sa botika para sa gamot ng maysakit na asawa

• A husband in Imus, Cavite offered his driver’s license as collateral to buy medicine for his injured wife
• Pharmacist Jim Soriano initially hesitated but agreed to help despite low sales that day, GMA Integrated News reported
• The husband, Moises Labrador, and his wife Jessica later received additional aid from social media users
• The incident, which occurred on February 14, quickly went viral, inspiring online support for the couple

A husband in Imus, Cavite went to extraordinary lengths to provide medicine for his injured wife. With no cash on hand, Moises Labrador offered his driver’s license as collateral at a local pharmacy.

Pharmacist Jim Soriano recalls the moment.

“Actually, hindi pa niya [agad] sinabi. Siguro kumuha pa siya ng lakas ng loob. Nu’ng pagkuha ko ng gamot, nu’ng pag-prepare ko, du’n pa niya sinabi sa akin na kung puwede, iwan niya lang daw muna ‘yung I.D. niya,” said Soriano.

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Despite initial hesitation, he agreed to help.

Labrador needed antibiotics and painkillers for his wife Jessica, who had been injured in an accident. The couple could not afford the medicine immediately, prompting the unusual arrangement. Soriano also prepared additional vitamins and maintenance medication to ease the couple’s burden.

“Good for 7 days kasi ‘yung antibiotic. Good for 2 days lang ‘yung kinuha niya. Pinrepare ko na ‘yung mga gamot, pinadalhan ko na rin ng vitamins at saka ‘yung sa maintenance niya para pagbalik niya, iaabot ko na lang, naka-ready na siya,” he said.

The story quickly captured the attention of netizens. Many reached out to Soriano to provide further assistance, sending groceries, money, and other essentials to the couple. When Labrador returned the following day, Jessica was with him. Soriano revealed the outpouring of support from the online community.

The incident occurred on February 14, highlighting Labrador’s devotion to his wife. Soriano was moved by the husband’s gesture, knowing how important driving is to him.

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“Actually hindi siya pumasok sa araw na ‘yun kasi inasikaso niya ‘yung asawa niya. Pero ilang beses ko sinabi na hindi ko tatanggapin ‘yung ID niya pero pinilit niya na, ‘Hindi, iiwan ko na lang talaga,’” Soriano recalled.

This simple act of love and the kindness of strangers became a heartwarming viral story in Cavite, showcasing compassion during challenging times.

In separate news, a viral video showed a dog tied to the back of a moving tricycle in Villanueva, Misamis Oriental, sparking outrage online. Police and the Cagayan de Oro City Animal Welfare Society investigated and identified the owner, who said they did not notice the animal was still tied and told their child to untie it immediately. The dog, usually secured at night as a guard, was brought to a veterinary clinic and found healthy aside from minor scratches. It was returned to the owner with a warning, and no charges were filed after authorities confirmed the incident was unintentional overall incident.

Meanwhile, a tragic road accident in Cagayan de Oro City killed a 55-year-old motorcycle rider and his 11-year-old grandson after their vehicle collided at an intersection and veered into the opposite lane, where a trailer truck struck and ran over them. Police said another motorcycle ahead had slowed down, triggering the crash. The victims were declared dead at the scene, according to the traffic investigator. Authorities secured the area and took the truck driver into custody for further investigation. Appropriate charges may be filed as police continue to stress road safety, caution, and vigilance at busy intersections to prevent similar fatal incidents.

Source: KAMI.com.gh