TACLOBAN CITY — Leyte police swiftly apprehended a suspect in a fatal shooting in Kananga town following a hot pursuit operation early morning on January 25, authorities reported.
The victim, only identified as alias Jojo, 33, a farmer and resident of Sitio Laray, Brgy. Libertad, Kananga, was shot multiple times inside a residence, resulting in his instantaneous death. The suspect, alias Jun-jun, 35, a married habal-habal driver from the same barangay, was arrested shortly after the incident and is now in custody of the Kananga Municipal Police Station for documentation and proper disposition.
Initial investigation indicates the shooting stemmed from a personal grudge linked to a dispute between the victim and suspect during a disco party in Brgy. Tapol the previous night. The firearm used was of an undetermined caliber.
Kananga MPS, led by Major Darwin Dalde, immediately secured the crime scene, coordinated medical assistance, and conducted a hot pursuit operation that led to the suspect’s prompt arrest.
“The immediate arrest of the suspect reflects our personnel’s readiness and strong commitment to uphold the rule of law and protect the community,” said Provincial Director Col. Dionisio D.C. Apas Jr., commending the swift action of the Kananga police.
Authorities said the operation underscores ongoing efforts to strengthen peace and security under the Bagong Pilipinas agenda, emphasizing decisive law enforcement and accountability.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
