Teacher Wife and Daughter Stabbed; Husband Suspect Surrenders

A chilling incident unfolded in Tubigon town early on Tuesday when a man, who was recently discharged from a mental health institution, allegedly stabbed his wife and daughter. The victims, identified as Analiza Magdoza, a 50-year-old teacher, and their daughter Lyka, were immediately rushed to the hospital for emergency medical care.

Julius Corvita, Barangay Captain of Barangay Aires, confirmed that both victims are now in stable condition. However, the mother and daughter are still in urgent need of blood donors. The local community is being urged to rally together to help the victims in this testing time.

The unsettling episode has put the spotlight back on the broader issue of mental health and the resources available for the affected individuals and their families.

As per the ongoing investigation, the suspect, Emilio Magdoza, had barricaded himself inside his home, armed with a knife and a firearm, believed to be a .22 caliber pistol. Emilio was threatening to take his own life, further complicating the situation.

After an intense 8-hour negotiation period, the police successfully convinced Emilio to surrender. “Malampuson nga nakumbinsir sa kapolisan nga mo surender ang suspek nga mi unay og dunggab sa iyang asawa nga titser ug anak didto sa lungsod sa Tubigon human sa 8 ka oras nga negosasyon.” The peaceful resolution has brought some relief to a situation fraught with tension.

According to Corvita, Emilio was released from a mental health institution just a few months ago, in February. Emilio is not known to be involved with drugs, but he is believed to suffer from a mental disorder, as it seems to run in the family.

“Dili man ni siya noted na tig drugs. Mura ra og kaliwat nila na naay mental disorder. Unya pag gawas mura’g seloso kuno kaayo,” said Corvita. The disturbing event has ignited a discussion around mental health issues, including the resources available for patients, the support they receive after discharge, and how they are monitored.

The event serves as a sobering reminder that mental health is a serious issue that requires adequate resources, funding, and societal understanding. The situation in Tubigon has now been deescalated, with a hope that future incidents like these can be prevented through more comprehensive mental health care and societal awareness.