2 Tricycle Drivers Died During Intense Confrontation in Tondo
Two tricycle drivers with a long-standing argument died due to an intense confrontation in Tondo, Manila.
On the night of January 7, 2026 (Wednesday), the violent incident happened at the corner of Velasquez Street and Jacinto Street in Barangay 96, leaving residents shaken by what unfolded in their neighborhood.
Based on police findings, the trouble began shortly after seven in the evening. A 21-year-old tricycle driver known as Marlon was passing through the area when he encountered two fellow drivers, identified as Edmond and Eugene.
The three were reportedly familiar with each other and had an earlier disagreement that started in the early hours of the same day.
Witnesses said the encounter quickly became heated. The two suspects allegedly shouted threats and insults at Marlon, prompting him to step down from his tricycle. What started as a verbal clash soon escalated into physical violence.
“Nakita ko na lang po nagtagaan sila eh. Parehas silang nagtagaan. Tatlo silang may hawak na taga,”
the suspect’s cousin said.
After a few moments, the situation worsened when Edmond allegedly struck Marlon with a bladed weapon, while Eugene reportedly fired a gun. Police officers who were responding to the disturbance arrived during the chaos and attempted to stop the fight.
However, Eugene allegedly pointed his firearm at the officers, forcing them to respond. During the exchange, Edmond was hit by a bullet.
Eugene managed to flee the scene, taking the firearm with him. Marlon and the wounded suspect were immediately rushed to the hospital. Marlon was declared dead on arrival due to a gunshot wound to the chest and a deep cut on the back of his head.
Edmond later died at the hospital after suffering a gunshot wound to the abdomen.
The responding police officer is now under the custody of the Manila Police District Homicide Section as part of standard procedure while the investigation continues. Authorities are also conducting a manhunt to locate the suspect who escaped.
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