Two Men Detained After Drunken Altercation at Mambaling Shelter
Two individuals found themselves behind bars at the Mambaling Police Station following a chaotic incident involving intoxication and aggressive behavior. The event unfolded on Wednesday evening, January 28, 2026, at the Balay Silangan Shelter located in SRP, Barangay Mambaling, Cebu City.
Suspects Identified and Incident Details
The arrested persons have been identified as alias Atan, a 58-year-old electrician, and alias Toper, a 43-year-old mason. Both were temporarily residing at the shelter at the time of the occurrence. According to police investigations, the disturbance began past 7:00 PM, with the suspects reportedly shouting loudly and challenging their neighbors to physical confrontations. This behavior created a climate of fear and significant disruption in the area, alarming other residents.
Police Response and Arrest
Two enforcement officers quickly responded to complaints from neighbors in an effort to pacify the situation. However, their attempts to calm the suspects proved futile, as the individuals refused to comply with orders. Due to their uncooperative and disorderly conduct, authorities were compelled to take decisive action. They proceeded to arrest the two men and subsequently turned them over to the police station for further processing.
As of the latest update, the suspects remain in custody at the Mambaling Police Station, pending possible charges related to public disturbance and intoxication. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety and order in community shelters, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of rules in such facilities.
