Man found dead in Tapaz village

By Felipe V. Celino

TAPAZ, Capiz – A laborer was found dead Sunday morning, Jan. 25, in Barangay San Antonio, Tapaz.

The lifeless body of Jimmy, 46, a resident of the barangay, was discovered at around 7 a.m. lying in a brook by barangay kagawad Vilma Gevero Gayagaya.

An initial investigation by the Tapaz Municipal Police Station said the victim was last seen drinking at a wake.

The family believed there was no foul play, as the victim bore no visible injuries.

The victim was brought to Tapaz District Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival by the attending physician.