By Benjamin Cuaresma
GEN. TRIAS CITY, Cavite — Authorities are investigating the death of a man believed to be a victim of hazing after he was left at a hospital in this city and later died from his injuries.
According to police reports, the unidentified victim was brought to General Trias Medical Center by individuals riding a Mitsubishi Mirage bearing plate number NAV 9489. The occupants reportedly left the hospital immediately after dropping off the victim and did not provide any information about his identity or condition.
Medical personnel who examined the victim discovered multiple injuries, including burn marks on different parts of his body and thighs, raising suspicions that he had been subjected to hazing rites.
Despite efforts by doctors to save him, the victim later succumbed to his injuries.
Police said an investigation is underway to identify the victim and the individuals who brought him to the hospital. Authorities are also coordinating with the Land Transportation Office to trace the registered owner of the vehicle used to transport the victim.
Law enforcement officials have appealed to the public for any information that could help identify those involved in the incident.
Police vowed to pursue those responsible and hold them accountable under the country’s anti-hazing laws. /iam
