A man in San Fernando, Cebu, turned himself in to authorities after a video of him physically assaulting a motorcycle driver in front of the victim's young child and pregnant partner spread rapidly across social media platforms.
Suspect Surrenders Following Viral Incident
Hutch Enad Manugas, a 43-year-old HVAC helper from Barangay Sangat, presented himself at the San Fernando Municipal Police Station at 8:10 in the evening on Friday, December 26, 2025. His surrender came after a cellphone recording of the confrontation gained significant online traction.
Details of the Assault Emerge
Police investigation, spearheaded by Major Michael Gingoyon, determined that the victim, 30-year-old habal-habal driver Mark Louie Ersan Reyes of Greenhills, San Fernando, was traveling with his family to settle a debt. The altercation began when Manugas obstructed Reyes's path in Barangay Sangat.
Manugas then proceeded to punch Reyes. Witnesses at the scene attempted to intervene and stop the attack, but the suspect continued. The viral footage clearly shows that Reyes did not fight back or retaliate during the assault.
During questioning, Manugas stated that his anger stemmed from an unpaid loan he had extended to the victim, which was the catalyst for the violent outburst.
Legal Consequences and Potential Charges
Law enforcement officials are now preparing a case of physical injury against Hutch Enad Manugas. Furthermore, authorities are conducting a thorough review to evaluate the possibility of adding a child abuse complaint.
This additional charge is being considered because the attack occurred directly in front of the victim's minor child, an aggravating circumstance under Philippine law. The suspect remains detained at the San Fernando police station as the case progresses.
