53-yr.-old farmer in Camalaniugan, Cagayan defecates at irrigation canal, found dead later

Camalaniugan, Cagayan – A 53-year-old farmer only went to a nearby irrigation canal to defecate over the weekend, but was already dead when found by authorities.

Police investigation revealed that the victim was with his fellow farmers on Saturday, June 29, for a drinking session, and it was getting dark when they finally parted ways.

The man was later seen by children playing near the irrigation canal heading to the area to answer nature’s call.

However, the man lost his balance and fell into the irrigation canal. It was said that this might be due to his intoxication.

The farmer was swept away 100 meters away from where he fell where he was retrieved by some concerned citizens. He was later ferried to a medical facility where he was declared dead on arrival.

The drowning victim was identified as Melchor Dela Cruz Regulad. He was a resident of Barangay Sapping of said town.