Ride-hailing rider arrested for Novaliches businessman's murder

A 43-year-old businessman was shot dead in his laundry shop in Novaliches, Quezon City by a ride-hailing service rider on September 1, 2025.

The suspect, identified as "Mike Joey," 43, wearing a black raincoat and red helmet, barged into the shop and shot the victim multiple times.

He escaped on a red Honda Click motorcycle, taking the victim's gold necklace valued at P145,000.

The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) swiftly solved the case through CCTV backtracking, hot pursuit operations, and inter-unit coordination.

CCTV footage showed the suspect selling the necklace for repair at Sabina Market.

The suspect was identified through his getaway motorcycle, plate number 134USF, which was registered to his wife.

The suspect was arrested in Barangay Baesa, and his wife surrendered evidence, including the motorcycle and disguises.

He will face charges of robbery with homicide before the Quezon City Prosecutor's Office.

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