Mayoral Candidate in Dumalag Dies After Attack by Own Brother

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A mayoral candidate in Dumalag, Capiz, died after being attacked by his own brother in Barangay Duran.

The victim, identified as 60-year-old Jose Sonny Felarca, was killed by his brother, 58-year-old Walter Felarca. Both men were residents of the same barangay.

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According to information from the Dumalag Police obtained by Bombo Radyo, an argument broke out between the brothers, which escalated when Walter allegedly drew a weapon and attacked Jose.

The victim sustained severe head injuries and other wounds. He was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead on arrival by the attending physician.

The suspect initially fled the scene but later voluntarily surrendered to authorities, accompanied by a barangay official.

Police are investigating a long-standing family feud as a possible motive behind the crime.

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