Pilar, Capiz — A quiet Monday morning was shattered by tragedy as the lifeless body of a 68-year-old man was found lying along the roadside in Barangay San Fernando, Pilar, at around 3:40 a.m. on May 19, 2025. The victim, identified only as “Willie,” was a long-time resident of the area.
According to initial reports, it was Willie’s wife who made the grim discovery. Deeply alarmed, she found her husband unresponsive just 15 meters away from their residence. Authorities say she immediately called for help, and neighbors quickly gathered at the scene in a desperate attempt to assist.
Responding officers from the Pilar Municipal Police Station (MPS) promptly arrived and began a preliminary investigation. Upon close inspection, they noted visible wounds on the victim’s forehead. Based on physical evidence and the circumstances at the scene, investigators suspect that Willie may have accidentally slipped and hit his head on a nearby hollow block, resulting in the fatal injuries. No signs of foul play were found as of the latest update, but authorities are not ruling anything out and are continuing to gather witness statements and any possible surveillance footage in the area.
The elderly man was rushed to the Bailan District Hospital by concerned locals and emergency responders. Tragically, medical personnel pronounced him dead on arrival, citing severe head trauma as the likely cause.
Residents of Barangay San Fernando expressed shock and sorrow over the sudden loss of a neighbor described as quiet, kind-hearted, and helpful. “He would often be seen walking early in the morning. It’s heartbreaking that something like this could happen so close to home,” one resident said.
The Pilar MPS has urged the public to remain calm and allow the investigation to proceed. They are also encouraging anyone with information or who may have seen Willie in the hours leading up to his death to come forward.
As the community mourns, questions linger over the events that led to the tragic incident. Whether it was a simple accident or if there were unseen circumstances remains to be confirmed by the ongoing investigation. Authorities assure the public that they are doing everything possible to ensure the facts are uncovered and that the family receives the answers they deserve.
Willie’s family is currently receiving support from relatives and friends as they cope with the unexpected loss. Funeral arrangements are reportedly underway.