A man was arrested for multiple violations, including attempted homicide and illegal possession of a deadly weapon, in Pateros on Sept. 10.
The Pateros police identified the suspect as Mario Baldoza, 46, who was nabbed in Sitio Pagkakaisa, Barangay Sta. Ana, Pateros.
The suspect and the confiscated weapon (Photos from Pateros police / SPD)
According to the police, Baldoza was arrested for attempted homicide, trespassing, grave threat, and illegal possession of a deadly weapon in violation of the Omnibus Election Code.
Baldoza, the police said, was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and assaulted victims Reynaldo Estrella, 59, and Emerald Estrella, 35, with a spear, resulting in an injury on Estrella’s left hand.
The incident was believed to have stemmed from a long-standing dispute between them. The situation escalated that their respective family members had to intervene and subsequently seek police assistance.
Police officers arrested Baldoza and confiscated a 44-inch long spear from him. The suspect and the weapon were turned over to the Pateros police’s Investigation and Detection Management Section (SIDMS) for further investigation.
“The Southern Police District assures the community that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure justice is served in this case. The safety and well-being of our residents remain a top priority, and we are committed to upholding the law and maintaining peace and order within our jurisdiction,” said Brig. Gen. Roderick Mariano, chief of the Southern Police District (SPD).