A 54-year-old woman died after setting herself on fire in Barangay Villa Gamiao, San Mateo, Isabela. Authorities discovered the victim lying in a rest house located in a rice paddy.
Investigations revealed that the woman, a resident of Barangay San Ignacio in the same municipality, suffered from anxiety and sleep problems.
Authorities believe she poured gasoline over herself before igniting it, resulting in her immediate death.
The incident is currently under investigation, and further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses. The incident highlights the importance of mental health awareness and access to mental health services.
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