Tricycle Driver Fatally Shot in Asturias Ambush, Police Launch Investigation
A tricycle driver was tragically shot dead in a brutal ambush in Asturias, Cebu, on Friday evening, February 20, 2026. The victim, identified as Ruben Seniagan Sergio, a 43-year-old married resident of Magdagook, Barangay Sta. Rita, succumbed to multiple gunshot wounds after being rushed to a local clinic.
Details of the Fatal Incident
The Asturias Police responded swiftly to a call from a concerned citizen around 8:00 PM, arriving at Sitio Buswang, Barangay Bago, to find Sergio lying motionless on the ground. Initial investigations reveal that he was on his way home in his tricycle when he was followed by three individuals riding two motorcycles.
Upon reaching a dimly lit area, the assailants opened fire, striking Sergio multiple times in the back with an undetermined weapon. The suspects fled the scene immediately, leaving the victim critically wounded.
Emergency Response and Police Actions
Sergio was urgently transported to the Alan Adlawan Infirmary Clinic in Asturias but was declared dead on arrival, highlighting the severity of the attack. In the aftermath, authorities have made significant progress, identifying two persons of interest based on eyewitness accounts of the shooting.
The police are actively pursuing leads to apprehend those responsible, with the investigation ongoing to uncover motives and gather further evidence. This incident has sparked concerns in the local community about safety and violent crime in the area.
