Man back in jail after taking family hostage in Lapu-Lapu City

A newly released inmate is back in police custody after taking his partner and son hostage in Lapu Lapu, Cebu, according to Lou-anne Mae Rondina’s Tuesday report on “24 Oras.”

The suspect was convinced to surrender himself after talking to barangay officials.

Meanwhile, his 21-year-old son was taken to the hospital after sustaining wounds on his stomach, arm, and chin.

Authorities recovered a butcher knife from the suspect.

Based on the Lapu-Lapu police investigation, the suspect was released on December 1 after serving eight years in prison for an illegal drug-related offense.

The suspect admitted that he had used illegal drugs twice before taking his family hostage.

He said he regretted his actions and asked forgiveness from his son.

The suspect will face charges of attempted parricide and serious illegal detention. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/BAP, GMA Integrated News