GENERAL SANTOS CITY — A member of the LGBTQ community was found dead inside a room at their residence in Purok 2C, Barangay Katangawan, around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
The victim was identified as Ronnell Fernandez Rivera, also known by the alias “Cathy,” 36 years old, and a resident of the said area.
According to responding authorities, drug paraphernalia and a plastic sachet containing suspected shabu were discovered near the victim’s body.
Family members revealed that Rivera had been suffering from depression following the recent deaths of both parents. It was also disclosed by a brother-in-law that Rivera was a former drug surrenderer.
As of writing, the police are still investigating the cause of death and have not ruled out any possible angles.