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Security guard arrested for allegedly shooting wife in Antipolo dispute
A provincial government security guard has been arrested in Rizal province following the fatal shooting of his wife during a domestic dispute over child support. The incident occurred Thursday morning in Antipolo City.
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Police in Rizal have taken into custody a security guard employed by the provincial government in connection with the shooting death of his wife in Antipolo City. The fatal incident unfolded Thursday morning near the Ynares Center at L. Memorial Circle, according to authorities.
Investigators said the dispute centered on financial support for the couple's children. The confrontation escalated to violence, resulting in the woman's death at the scene.
The suspect was apprehended following the shooting. Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The case underscores ongoing concerns about domestic violence in the region.
The shooting marks another tragic incident involving firearm violence in Rizal province. Authorities have not yet disclosed additional details regarding the suspect's background or motive beyond the reported financial dispute.