DAVAO CITY — A 28-year-old woman sought police assistance after she was allegedly attacked and repeatedly stabbed by her live-in partner during a violent domestic altercation early Monday morning, May 4, in this city.
The victim, identified only as alias “Jols,” a laborer and resident of Bolton Isla, Barangay 76-A, reported the incident to authorities at the San Pedro Police Station. She accused her 21-year-old partner, alias “Love,” a resident of San Francisco de Asis, Matina Crossing, Barangay 74-A, of physical abuse and assault.
According to the police report, the incident occurred at around 7 a.m. inside the suspect’s residence, where the couple had been staying. The altercation reportedly stemmed from a heated argument after the suspect refused to allow the victim to leave and return to her own home.
As tensions escalated, Jols said she began packing her belongings in preparation to leave. At that point, the suspect allegedly turned violent—grabbing the victim by the hair and launching a physical attack.
Investigators revealed that the suspect used several sharp and pointed objects during the assault, including a nail cutter, scissors, a nipper, and metal hairpins. The victim sustained multiple stab wounds, particularly on her shoulder and back, with some of the metal hairpins reportedly becoming embedded in her skin, including parts of her arm.
Following the attack, the victim managed to escape and seek help from authorities. She was immediately brought to the Southern Philippines Medical Center in Bajada for medical treatment.
A medical certificate issued by the hospital indicated that the victim’s injuries would require approximately 15 days to heal, underscoring the severity of the assault.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident and are preparing appropriate charges against the suspect, who may face allegations related to physical injury and domestic violence.
Authorities reiterated their call for victims of abuse—regardless of gender or sexual orientation—to report incidents promptly, emphasizing that violence in intimate relationships remains a serious offense under Philippine law.