3 hurt in Davao grenade blast

Three people were wounded in a grenade blast in Barangay Balutakay, Davao del Sur on All Saints’ Day, reports from Camp Crame said yesterday.

Injured were Felino Reoyan, the alleged grenade thrower, Arnel Babao and Babao’s wife, Virginia. The incident happened at 5:30 p.m. at Babao’s house.

Initial investigation showed Reoyan went to Babao’s house armed with a hand grenade.

The grenade exploded while Babao and Reoyan struggled for possession.

The wife who tried to pacify the duo was also injured in the process.

Police said all three were treated at the Digos Hospital. Christina Mendez

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