GENERAL SANTOS CITY — A 19-year-old man is in police custody after allegedly stabbing a 20-year-old drinking companion during an argument in the early hours of Monday, October 12, in Purok 24, Barangay Fatima, General Santos City.
Police identified the suspect as alias Jeric, 19, and the victim as alias Marlou, 20. Both are residents of Purok Placida, Barangay Calumpang, in the same city.
According to police accounts, investigators proceeded to Dr. Jorge Royeca Hospital, where the victim was brought for medical treatment. Initial information indicated that the stabbing occurred after the victim, the suspect, and several other companions had spent time drinking together.
The group reportedly got into an argument several hours into their drinking session, with alcohol believed to have contributed to the escalation of the dispute. The confrontation allegedly resulted in the stabbing of Marlou at around 5:30 a.m.
Following the incident, the victim reportedly went home with his companions. His parents were later awakened and informed that he had been stabbed. They subsequently arranged for him to be taken to the hospital for treatment.
At around 6 a.m., approximately 30 minutes after the reported incident, Jeric arrived at the police station accompanied by his parents to surrender to authorities.
The suspect is currently under the custody of the Fatima Police Station while the victim remains hospitalized.
Police have advised the victim to secure medical and medico-legal certificates to document his injuries and support any criminal complaint that may be filed in connection with the incident.
Authorities have yet to disclose further details regarding the nature of the argument, the extent of the victim’s injuries, or the specific criminal charge that may be pursued.
The incident underscores the potential consequences of disputes that escalate during drinking sessions. Police documentation and the results of the ongoing investigation will help establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged stabbing and determine the appropriate legal action.