CARMEN, Davao del Norte – A 22-year-old delivery rider who is also a working student is now fighting for recovery after he was shot during an attempted robbery in broad daylight in Barangay Sto. Niño, Carmen, Davao del Norte, on Wednesday afternoon, January 7, 2026.
The victim was identified as Jayrico Grancho, alias “Rico,” a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship student at the Davao del Norte State College (DNSC). He was reportedly doing sideline work as a delivery rider while classes were not yet in session.
According to the Carmen Municipal Police Station (MPS) and the Davao del Norte Police Provincial Office, the incident occurred at around 2:22 PM in Purok 6-B, Barangay Sto. Niño, while Grancho was on his way to deliver parcels aboard his motorcycle.
Initial police investigation revealed that two unidentified male suspects, both wearing bonnets and riding a ladies-type motorcycle, overtook the victim and attempted to force him to stop. Sensing danger, Grancho accelerated in an attempt to escape. The suspects then chased him and opened fire, hitting him in the shoulder and other parts of his body.
Despite his injuries, the victim managed to drive himself to Gaviola Hospital for immediate treatment before he was later transferred and confined at the Davao Regional Medical Center (DRMC).
A classmate, Erica Jane Suhayon, confirmed that Grancho remains confined due to his gunshot wounds.
The suspects fled toward Purok 7 after the shooting. The victim said he could not identify his attackers as both were wearing bonnets.
Police have launched hot pursuit and dragnet operations through the Carmen MPS Tracker Team to locate and arrest the suspects. Authorities are also urging the public to report any information that could help in the investigation.
Meanwhile, Grancho’s classmates and friends have initiated a donation drive to help cover his medical expenses, appealing to the public for prayers and support. Videos circulating online show the sack of parcels still on the victim’s motorcycle, highlighting that he was on duty at the time of the attack.
The incident has sparked renewed concern over the safety of delivery riders, who are increasingly becoming targets of criminals even in broad daylight.