Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental — A horrifying tragedy shocked an entire community in Barangay 17 after a father brutally killed his two sons—both persons with disabilities—using a hammer on December 11, 2025. The suspect later admitted the crime, saying he acted “out of mercy,” a statement that deeply alarmed both police investigators and residents.
Authorities identified the victims as Adrian Jay Tutor, 20, and Arnold Washington Tutor, 21, both residents of Purok 2. Their father, Lunecito Tutor, 40, was arrested shortly after the attack when neighbors discovered the bloody scene and immediately sought police assistance.
According to Staff Sergeant Glenn Frey Holy Bailo of the Gingoog City Police Station, initial findings show that Lunecito repeatedly struck his sons in the head with a hammer. The brothers were rushed to Misamis Oriental Provincial Hospital – Gingoog City, but doctors declared them dead on arrival due to severe head injuries.
During the police investigation, the father allegedly confessed to the killings, claiming that “naloooy na ko sa ilang sitwasyon” and believing death would “free” his children from their hardships. In a disturbing admission, Lunecito said he tried to “block out fear” by convincing himself that he was striking an animal:
“Giisip na lang nako og baboy aron makapadayon ko sa pagbun-og.”
Police say the suspect also attempted to take his own life after the incident but was stopped and taken into custody before he could harm himself further. Investigators are verifying information that he may have underlying mental health issues.
Lunecito is now detained at the Gingoog Police Station and is expected to face murder charges as authorities gather more evidence and statements from witnesses.
The gruesome attack has left residents of Barangay 17 devastated and demanding justice for the two young men who, according to neighbors, were known for their quiet demeanor.
Police reiterated their call for families to be vigilant and seek help when they observe signs of severe mental distress among loved ones, stressing that early intervention from health professionals or authorities could prevent tragedies like this.
The investigation remains ongoing as the community mourns the loss of two vulnerable lives cut short by violence inside their own home.