died on Monday after allegedly being punished for sending a thumbs-up emoji to a group chat, according to the Calabarzon Police Regional Office. Cadet Vince Andrew Anihon Delos Reyes, from Brgy.

MANILA, Philippines — A maritime academy student in Calamba City, Laguna died after being punished for sending a thumbs up emoji ... cadet is now under the custody of Calamba City Police Station.

Based on police reports, the cadet was ordered by Nathaniel to perform physical exercises as a consequence for accidentally sending a thumbs-up emoji to a group chat of the corps of cadets.

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Based on police reports, the cadet was ordered by Nathaniel to perform physical exercises as a consequence for accidentally sending a thumbs-up emoji to a group chat of the corps of cadets.