As they say, adults should be careful with how they act, especially in front of children. To a child, nothing is filtered. Anything they see or witness can shape them as they grow up.
A harrowing story circulating online has stirred strong reactions from netizens after reports surfaced about a father who was brutally killed in front of his young son in Barangay Mable, Malabang, Lanao del Sur on Thursday afternoon, November 27.
According to the victim’s family, the little boy, affectionately called “Baby Boy,” had no understanding of what was happening as he witnessed the horrifying attack on his father.
Relatives described the child as innocent and unaware, making the tragedy even more heartbreaking.
Family members are deep in mourning as they grapple with the violent loss of their loved one, a man they describe as a devoted father and provider.
They are calling on government officials and law enforcement agencies to give the case urgent attention, emphasizing the need for justice and accountability.
Netizens who came across the story online expressed shock, sympathy, and frustration over the brutality of the incident. Many called for better security in local communities and swift action from authorities.
Others have raised concerns about the child’s mental health.
“Saan na ang mga human rights ngayon?”
“Wala na silang takot, kumbaga nakikita kasi nila ang kawalan na ng disiplina ng mga lider, wala nang takot sila lumabag.”
“Wala na kasing kamay na bakal ngayon.”
“Trauma uung bata malamang, kung may isip na ‘yan dala-dala niya hanggang paglaki.”
“Kailangan tutukan ang mental health and development nung bata or else… a psycho is already in the making. The kid could develop a condition where he will forget everything in his childhood at ang pangyayari lang na yan ang babalik-balik sa diwa at imahinasyon niya which could ruin him emotionally and mentally. Poor kid.”
As the family deals with immeasurable grief, their plea is simple yet powerful: justice for a father taken too soon, and protection for children who should never witness such violence.
