IDINEKLARANG dead on arrival matapos pagbabarilin ng hinihinalang riding-in-tandem si Barangay Chairman Dennis Austria ng Barangay Anastacia, Sto. Tomas, Batangas habang nasa bahay nitong Huwebes ng umaga.

Ang trahedya ay naganap sa Homes Subdivision dakong alas 6 ng umaga.

Si Austria ay naging number one kagawad bago umupong chairman.

Sa isang pahayag, nagpaabot ng pakikiramay at panawagan ng hustisya para kay Austria ang Sangguniang Kabataan ng Sta. Anastacia, Sto. Tomas, Batangas.

Inilarawan ng nasabing SK si Austria bilang “isang dedikadong pinuno, tagapayo, nagsisilbing ama, at taong ang dedikasyon sa paglilingkod sa kanyang mga nasasakupan ay nag-iwan ng pangmatagalang bakas sa ating komunidad.”

Ang buong pahayag:

“With profound grief and heavy hearts, the Sangguniang Kabataan of Barangay Sta. Anastacia mourns the sudden and tragic passing of our beloved Punong Barangay, Hon. Dennis Tenorio Austria.

Today, our barangay has lost more than a public servant. We have lost a dedicated leader, a mentor, a father figure, and a man whose commitment to serving his constituents has left an enduring mark on our community.

Your leadership was never merely about holding a position, but about touching lives, uplifting others, and serving with compassion and dedication. To the youth of Barangay Sta. Anastacia, you were more than a Punong Barangay. You were a guiding presence, a source of encouragement, and someone who believed in the potential of the younger generation.

Your life was tragically cut short, leaving behind countless unanswered questions, shattered hearts, and a community united in grief. As we mourn your passing, we also stand firm in our call for truth, accountability, and justice. No act of violence should ever silence a life devoted to public service.

To our beloved Kap Dennis, thank you for your unwavering service, your guidance, and the memories you have shared with us. Your legacy will continue to live on through the people you inspired and the community you wholeheartedly served.
ay your soul find eternal peace, and may your family find strength and comfort during this unimaginable loss.

Rest in peace, Kap Dennis. Your service will never be forgotten, your legacy will forever be honored, and our call for justice will remain steadfast.”