A 40-year-old police officer was fatally stabbed by a construction worker during a drinking session in Barangay Pakiad, Oton, Iloilo allegedly fueled by jealousy.
The victim, a Police Staff Sergeant assigned to the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in Iloilo City, was identified as not being a resident of the area, nor was the suspect, 40-year-old construction worker Dan.
Initial investigation by the Oton Municipal Police revealed that the incident occurred on Monday evening during a gathering at a local store owned by a woman known only as “Dona.” The suspect was drinking with friends when the police officer arrived and joined the group.
Moments later, the suspect suddenly stabbed the officer in the side, reportedly due to jealousy. Authorities disclosed that both men were allegedly vying for the attention of the store owner.
Despite his injury, the officer managed to shoot the suspect before succumbing to his wounds. The suspect survived and is currently being treated at a hospital.
Charges are being prepared against the construction worker as authorities investigate further.
