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5th Floor, The Peak, Gaisano Mall of Davao, J.P. Laurel Ave, Bajada, Davao City

TAGUM, DAVAO DEL NORTE -- A heated dispute between 2 tricycle drivers and a group of security guards turned into a wild public wrestling match outside Gaisano Mall in Brgy. Magugpo East on Thursday (August 24th, 2023 -- Tagum local time). The clash erupted due to impatience over commuting queues, and the escalating tensions led to a physical confrontation witnessed by numerous onlookers.

According to some witnesses individuals, the incident began when both tricycle drivers, who were waiting in a long queue for passengers near the mall's entrance, became increasingly frustrated with the slow-moving line. As tempers flared, the 2 drivers began exchanging heated words with each other and the security guards, who were responsible for managing the crowd.

(via ABS-CBN News / YT Video)

A video obtained from a concerned netizen on Facebook captured the moment the disagreement turned physical, with the tricycle drivers and security guards engaging in a chaotic wrestling match in full view of stunned bystanders. The altercation quickly escalated as punches were thrown and individuals forcefully grappled with each other, causing chaos and panic to grip the immediate area.

In an unexpected twist, some of those involved in the brawl used moves that were reminiscent of those seen in World Wrestling Entertainment. WWE, an American sports and entertainment company is known for staging wrestling matches featuring athletes with flamboyant personas on Raw and Smackdown, per the likes of John Felix Anthony Cena, Oscar Gutierrez Rubio (Rey Mysterio), Glenn Thomas Jacobs (Kane), etc. Experts suggest that the familiarity with WWE moves may have influenced the intensity and theatricality of the public wrestling fight in Tagum City.

Local authorities were immediately notified and promptly arrived at the scene to break up the brawl. They successfully managed to diffuse the situation and apprehended both tricycle drivers and several security guards involved in the physical altercation. Preliminary investigations suggest that the escalating impatience and long-standing tension between the tricycle drivers and security guards led to the brawl. Further legal action is expected as local authorities examine CCTV or Facebook footage and gather statements from witnesses.

Officials of Gaisano Mall in Tagum City expressed concerns over the incident and assured the public that stricter security measures would be implemented to prevent similar incidents. Management of the mall stressed their commitment to safety and well-being.

The local communities of Tagum remains vigilant while the investigation continues, and they hope that this incident serves as a reminder to practice patience and maintain a peaceful public space environment.

SCREENGRAB COURTESY: Vanessa Canuza Dolorito BACKGROUND PROVIDED BY: Tegna

SOURCE: *https://www.facebook.com/100001717834121/posts/6682236568510205 [Referenced FB Video via Vanessa Canuza Dolorito] *https://www.facebook.com/102865868381058/videos/1066422848068094 [Referenced FB News Article via DXBY-FM 97.5mhz's BNFM: Tagum] *https://www.facebook.com/102865868381058/videos/1549172675853886 [Referenced FB News Article via DXDE-FM 100.7mhz's XFM: Tagum] *https://www.facebook.com/100063655876625/posts/791435569654965 [Referenced FB News Article via The MindaNet News] *https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmdswXtMIh0 [Referenced News Item via ABS-CBN News] *https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WWE and *https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaisano_Malls