A prompt 911 call helped authorities contain a stabbing in Brgy. Pangain, Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte.
At 2:22 a.m. on September 21, a 49-year-old resident reported a confrontation between a 30-something suspect and a 45-year-old victim.
Responding officers arrived immediately. The victim suffered a stab wound to his left arm, while the suspect was also injured.
The suspect was detained but released the next day after the victim chose not to press charges. Authorities said the incident stemmed from a personal grudge, with the suspect reportedly intoxicated.
“Through the dedicated efforts of our Unified 911 operators and the rapid deployment of responding police officers, we were able to contain the incident and protect the individuals involved,” said LtGen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., acting PNP chief.
He added, “I commend the team in Zamboanga del Norte for their professionalism and quick action, which prevented the incident from worsening.”
