Elderly Couple Shot After Being Accused of Being “Mangkukulam”
An elderly couple in Isla Gigantes, Iloilo were shot in broad daylight after being accused of witchcraft, or “mangkukulam.”
The elderly couple, who were well-known in their community, were suspected of using dark magic after a friend of the suspect passed away under mysterious conditions. The incident shocked the couple’s family.
Analiza Bolohabo, their daughter, expressed her disbelief and sorrow, explaining that they had never anticipated such a violent response. She shared that the family was not prepared for the intense anger and accusations that led to the tragic incident.
Local authorities, including PMaj. Sonny Boy Garnace of the Carles Municipal Police Station revealed that rumors had been circulating for some time about the couple’s alleged involvement in witchcraft.
The rumors seemed to have intensified after the death of a close friend of the suspect, who claimed that the elderly woman was responsible for the death due to “kulam” (witchcraft).
Despite the ongoing belief in witchcraft among some members of the community, the accusations were baseless. The couple had lived peacefully for many years, but the rising tensions and superstitions led to their untimely deaths.
The shooting incident points out how old beliefs still influence actions today. It shows the dangers of baseless accusations and the tragic outcomes they can have on innocent lives.
The family of the victims is now seeking justice, hoping that the truth will be revealed and that the suspects will be held accountable for their actions.
In a previous post, BINI Responds To ‘Witchcraft’ Allegations
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What is witchcraft?
Witchcraft is the practice or belief in magical abilities, often involving the use of rituals, spells, charms, and other forms of supernatural influence. People who practice witchcraft, sometimes called witches, are thought to have the ability to use or channel mysterious forces to affect the world around them.
Witchcraft can be seen as a way to communicate with or control unseen powers, sometimes for healing, protection, or guidance, and at other times for harm or revenge, depending on cultural beliefs.