By Glazyl M. Jopson
BACOLOD CITY – Authorities are awaiting autopsy results for a 32-year-old call center agent found lifeless on the roadside at Hacienda Lizares, Barangay Matab-ang, Talisay City, on Sunday morning.
The victim, identified as Carl Kimberlyn Degabi of Barangay Mandalagan, Bacolod City, was discovered half-naked with injuries to her mouth around 7 a.m., according to Police Major Rhazl Jim Jocson, deputy chief of Talisay City Police Station.
Jocson speculated that the victim was killed elsewhere and her body dumped in the area between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. The site, which is dimly lit and lacks closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, provided minimal evidence.
Degabi reportedly left home Saturday night without informing her parents of her plans or companions. Police are investigating potential motives, including allegations on social media labeling the victim as a “scammer.”
“We are not limiting our investigation to one angle. We also await autopsy results to determine if there was sexual assault,” Jocson said.
Fisherman Shot Dead in Sipalay
SIPALAY CITY – Police are seeking public cooperation following the shooting of a 69-year-old fisherman inside his home in Purok 4, Barangay 2, on January 10.
The victim, identified as “Remigio,” was attacked during a power outage at around 8:35 p.m. An unidentified suspect entered his home and fatally shot him. He was pronounced dead at a hospital.
A hot pursuit operation is underway to identify and apprehend the suspect. Authorities urged anyone with information to come forward, assuring confidentiality for all tips provided.
Fishermen Rescued After Boats Capsize
CADIZ CITY – Two fishermen were rescued after strong waves capsized their boats in Barangay Tiglawigan, Cadiz City, on Friday.
The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) conducted the rescue operations. One fisherman declined hospital transport after being assessed, while the other was taken to the Cadiz Emergency Clinic for further medical attention.
Sidewalk Vendor Killed in Bacolod
BACOLOD CITY – A 52-year-old sidewalk vendor died after being struck on the head with a wooden object by a dispatcher following a heated argument in Barangay 13 on Friday.
Police Capt. Francis Depasucat, head of Police Station 1, said the victim was selling cigarettes and candies when the suspect, who remains at large, attacked him. The victim succumbed to his injuries at a hospital.
Depasucat noted that the two had prior altercations, as they often clashed in the area. Police have identified the suspect based on a list of dispatchers in the jurisdiction but have yet to locate him.
Motorcycle Mishap Kills Student
ILOG – A 20-year-old criminology student died after crashing into a parked truck in Barangay Manalad, Ilog, on Friday.
Police Major Randy Babor of the Ilog Police said the victim, who was reportedly speeding, lost control and collided with the truck, which had early warning devices in place.
Babor speculated that the victim miscalculated his speed. He was not wearing a helmet and succumbed to severe injuries.
