MANILA, Philippines —Two men were found dead inside a condominium in Tondo, Manila, with police investigating the case as a possible crime of passion. The Manila Police District (MPD) confirmed that one victim was discovered bloodied in the hallway, while another was found after falling from the building.

Authorities reported that the incident occurred on Sunday, April 19, inside a residential condominium in Tondo. Initial findings revealed that one of the victims sustained fatal head injuries, while the other was discovered outside the building after reportedly falling from a higher floor.

The MPD said investigators are looking into the angle of a crime of passion, given the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Police are gathering sworn statements from witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage to establish the sequence of events and determine whether the two victims were connected.

Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the fall was accidental or directly linked to the violent encounter inside the condominium. The MPD Public Information Office stressed that the investigation remains ongoing, with forensic teams tasked to analyze evidence and reconstruct the incident.

Residents in the area expressed shock over the deaths, noting that the condominium complex has generally been quiet. The case has drawn public attention due to the possibility of a personal dispute escalating into violence, which police say is consistent with the crime of passion angle being considered.

The MPD assured the public that updates will be released once investigators establish clearer details about the victims’ identities, their relationship, and the exact cause of the incident. The case highlights the importance of thorough police work in distinguishing between accidental deaths and those driven by personal motives.

This development has reignited discussions about safety in residential complexes and the need for stronger security measures to prevent violent incidents within private properties.