Police Master Sergeant Fernando Marfa Jr. died on August 7, 2026 while attempting to rescue two companions who were swept away by a strong current during a seaborne patrol in Cadiz City, Negros Occidental. The Philippine National Police (PNP) mourned the loss of Marfa, who demonstrated courage and selflessness in the line of duty. Assigned to the Cadiz Component City Police Station, Marfa was conducting a seaborne patrol with members of the Bantay Dagat at around 10:30 a.m. in the waters off Sitio Bisang, Barangay Luna, when two companions were swept away while crossing a river. The Philippine National Police (PNP) is mourning the death of a police officer who was killed in a road accident shortly after completing a… Jing Villamente·29 July 2026 Without hesitation, Marfa rushed to their aid but was overpowered by the strong current and submerged. Police personnel, led by the chief of police, together with responders from the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), immediately launched search and retrieval operations. Marfa was recovered and rushed to Cadiz District Hospital for emergency medical intervention but was declared dead on arrival. His cause of death was certified as asphyxia due to drowning. #cops #deputysheriff #highwaypatrol #lawenforcementcommunity #rip - @sheriffinsight