A man was injured after being involved in a dispute with his brother at around 1:00 a.m. on January 18, 2026, in Barangay Nicanor Zabala, Roxas, Palawan.
The victim was identified by the alias “Ronron,” 23, a resident of the barangay. He sustained injuries to his body and was taken to Roxas Medicare Hospital for treatment.
The suspect, identified by the alias “Reny,” 29, also a resident of the area, was immediately arrested by authorities.
Investigation showed that the siblings had been drinking inside their house with their older sibling and father before the incident. Later, the victim and the suspect went out to buy more liquor.
While on their way home, their father saw the dispute between the two. He tried to intervene but was also injured.
After the incident, the suspect fled but was later arrested by authorities. He is now in the custody of the Roxas Municipal Police Station for proper disposition and the filing of appropriate charges.
