Man who tried to break up a neighbors' quarrel in Rogongon, Iligan City, stabbed to death

Man who tried to break up a neighbors' quarrel in Rogongon, Iligan City, stabbed to death

📌 On Sunday, Nov. 8, in Sitio Malinawon, Barangay Rogongon, Iligan City, Mindanao, a man who tried to stop a quarrel involving his neighbor was stabbed multiple times by two men and died, ABS-CBN reported on Thursday the 12th. The suspects fled with the weapon.

■ What happened
· According to the police's initial investigation, the victim's neighbor got into an argument with two men, and the victim stepped in and pulled the neighbor away.
· The two men then rushed at the victim and attacked him with a bladed weapon, stabbing him in 8 places.
· The weapon used was a knife about one foot (around 30 cm) long, known locally as a "plamingco."

■ Investigation / current status
· Police are conducting a hot pursuit operation to track down the two suspects.
· Police are also helping the victim's family file a complaint. There is no news yet of the suspects being arrested.

■ Notice for residents and travelers
· Arguments can sometimes escalate into stabbings. Rather than stepping into a quarrel between strangers yourself, notify the barangay office or the police.

■ Source
ABS-CBN News (11/12)

■ Photo
· File photo · Police line — ABS-CBN News