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Elderly man arrested after allegedly hacking drinking companion in Batac City
Police in Ilocos Norte have arrested a 71-year-old man accused of attacking a drinking companion with a bladed weapon during a social gathering. The 46-year-old victim was injured during the incident in Barangay Bungon, Batac City.
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An elderly resident of San Ildefonso, Ilocos Sur, faces charges after allegedly hacking a drinking companion in Batac City on Saturday, October 17, according to local police. The 71-year-old suspect was taken into custody following the violent altercation that occurred at his residence in Barangay Bungon.
Investigators said the incident erupted while the suspect and the 46-year-old victim were consuming alcoholic beverages together at the suspect's home. The exact circumstances that led to the assault remain under investigation, with police working to establish a complete timeline of events.
The victim sustained injuries from the alleged hacking attack. Police did not immediately provide details regarding the extent of the injuries or whether the victim was treated for wounds. The weapon used in the assault was not identified in the initial police report.
The case has been filed with appropriate local authorities for further investigation and prosecution. Police urged anyone with additional information about the incident to come forward.