Working Student Expresses Frustration After Losing Phone in Vehicle During Commute
A working student is seeking help after losing his cellphone during a commute, but the finder demands P5,000 for return.
The student, identified as Jerome Sumagka, was on his way to school when he accidentally left his phone inside a multicab. He only realized it was missing after getting off the vehicle. Worried, he immediately asked for help from teachers and tried to call his number using another phone.
Someone answered the call, but instead of returning the device, the person asked for the phone’s password. Jerome chose not to share it, which led to the caller suddenly turning off the phone. This made it harder for him to track or contact the person again.
They continued trying to reach the number, and eventually, the same person responded. This time, the caller demanded P5,000 in exchange for returning the phone. The request left Jerome feeling helpless, as he could not afford such an amount.
Sumagka shared that the phone contains important school files and contacts that he needs for his studies. As a working student, he supports his own education and struggles to manage his daily expenses.
The working student earns just enough to cover his tuition and basic needs, and losing his phone has made things even more difficult.
The young man is now facing added stress with exams approaching. He also admitted that he feels hesitant to ask his family for help, as he does not want to add to their burden.
Despite the situation, Jerome remains hopeful that the person who found his phone will choose to return it.
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