ONE of the four persons injured in last Sunday’s road rage shooting incident in Antipolo City died last Monday, a police official said.
Antipolo City police chief Lt. Col. Ryan Manongdo announced the death of the victim, identified only as Peter, on his Facebook page last Monday afternoon.
Peter died at a hospital, succumbing to a gunshot wound to the head.
“One of the victims died, I just got word that one of the victims died, the one who was shot in the head,” said Manongdo, referring to Peter.
Peter was among the four individuals shot by the suspect, Kenneth Alajar Bautista, during a traffic altercation in Barangay San Jose in Antipolo last Sunday afternoon.
The victims included the suspect’s live-in partner.
Bautista escaped on board his Toyota Fortuner sports utility vehicle but was apprehended by policemen in Barangay Mayamot, also in Antipolo City, about 30 minutes later.
Police officials initially filed charges of frustrated murder last Monday against the suspect.
With the death of one of the victims, Manongdo said they will amend the case they filed before the Antipolo City prosecutors’ office.
“We’re going to amend it because one of the victims died,” said Manongdo, adding they will seek the amendment today, Wednesday, since yesterday was a holiday.
“We will be (submitting the victim’s) death certificate to upgrade or amend the cases we filed yesterday,” said Manongdo.
CALL FOR SELF-CONTROL
Antipolo Bishop Ruperto Santos called on the faithful to always exercise patience and self-control on the road.
In his Pastoral Statement, Santos said the incident that happened at the Marcos Highway in Barangay San Jose, Antipolo City, calls for a deeper reflection on the importance of being patient while on the road.
“This moment calls for deep reflection on the consequences of anger unchecked — a force that blinds, burns, and leaves lives shattered in its wake. Remember, a single action taken in anger can have irreversible consequences,” said Santos.
“Traffic congestion and daily challenges may test our patience, yet these are opportunities to practice kindness and self-control,” he added.
The prelate said this can be done by reminding oneself of the teachings of the Lord, who calls to patience, understanding, and compassion.
“In times of frustration, let us seek the peace that comes through Him, and the strength to respond with grace rather than fury,” said Santos.
He offered prayers for the swift recovery of those injured in the incident.
“May justice and healing prevail for all affected by this tragedy,” added Santos. – With Gerard Naval
