A road rage altercation escalated into a shooting on Sunday, March 30, leaving three individuals wounded and the suspect in police custody. The incident occurred around 5 p.m. along Marcos Highway in Barangay San Jose, according to the Antipolo Police.
A road rage incident turned violent on Sunday, March 30, when a heated altercation escalated into a shooting along Marcos Highway in Barangay San Jose, Antipolo. According to the Antipolo Police, the confrontation occurred around 5 p.m. and left three individuals wounded before the suspect was taken into custody.
Authorities reported that the altercation began as a minor dispute between two motorists over traffic right-of-way. Witnesses said tempers flared quickly, leading to an exchange of heated words and aggressive gestures. The situation took a deadly turn when one of the individuals involved suddenly pulled out a firearm and opened fire.
Panicked motorists and pedestrians scrambled for safety as gunshots rang out in the busy roadway. Responding officers arrived at the scene minutes later to find three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency medical responders provided immediate aid before rushing the victims to a nearby hospital. Their current conditions remain undisclosed.
The suspect, whose identity has not yet been released, was subdued at the scene and taken into custody without further resistance. Authorities recovered the firearm used in the shooting and are conducting ballistic tests as part of the investigation.
Police are currently reviewing CCTV footage from nearby establishments to determine the sequence of events leading up to the shooting. Initial reports suggest that the altercation may have been fueled by road rage, but investigators are also looking into other possible motives.
The Antipolo Police have urged the public to remain calm and report any additional information that may aid in the case. Meanwhile, officials are reminding motorists to exercise patience and avoid confrontations on the road, as tensions can quickly escalate into dangerous situations. The suspect is expected to face multiple charges, including attempted homicide and illegal possession of a firearm.