VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Police arrested a man in Barangay Lumbo, Valencia City, on Thursday afternoon, September 10, 2026, after he allegedly pointed a .45-caliber pistol at the head of his own wife during a heated argument, authorities said.
The incident reportedly occurred at around 5:30 p.m., prompting personnel of the Valencia City Police Station to respond and arrest the suspect. Police said the incident may constitute violations of Republic Act No. 9262, or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, and Republic Act No. 10591, or the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act.
Authorities recovered from the suspect a .45-caliber firearm loaded with three rounds of ammunition.
The alleged use of a firearm to threaten a spouse significantly raises the potential danger in a domestic dispute, particularly when a loaded weapon is involved. Police did not indicate that the woman was physically injured in the incident, and further investigation and proper legal proceedings will determine the specific offenses for which the suspect may ultimately be charged.
The arrest also highlighted the Valencia City police leadership’s intensified emphasis on police visibility and regular patrol operations under newly installed City Police Chief Police Lieutenant Colonel Hope Mark Orbuda.
Police said the intensified visibility campaign is intended to deter criminal activity, strengthen the police presence in communities, and enable officers to respond more quickly to reports and emergency calls.
The incident underscores the importance of immediate police intervention in domestic disputes that involve threats or firearms. A confrontation involving a loaded weapon can escalate rapidly, making timely reporting and police response critical to preventing injury or loss of life.
The suspect was brought to the Valencia City Police Station for documentation, investigation, and appropriate disposition. Authorities are expected to pursue the corresponding charges based on the evidence gathered and the applicable laws.
As the case proceeds, the suspect remains entitled to due process and the presumption of innocence unless proven guilty by a competent court.