ORMOC CITY-Police in Alangalang have arrested one of three suspects involved in an early morning shooting incident that occurred around 2:33 am on June 19, 2025, in Sitio Bonol, Barangay Binongtoan, said town.
According to Police Major Godofreed Zantua, acting chief of police of the Alangalang Municipal Police Station (MPS), the victim, identified only as “Junjun,” 38, married, and unemployed, is a resident of Barangay Cavite. He personally went to the police station to report the shooting incident despite sustaining a gunshot wound.
Initial investigation revealed that the victim was driving through Sitio Bonol when he was accosted by three men riding a motorcycle.
One of the suspects, identified by the victim as alias “Lino” from Barangay Cabacungan, Dulag, fired at him using an undetermined caliber firearm, hitting his left arm. The other suspects were identified as alias “Carlo” of Mayorga and alias “Gary,” the motorcycle driver.
Following the attack, the suspects fled the area toward Sta. Fe, Leyte.
The victim was immediately rushed to the Eastern Visayas Medical Center (EVMC) in Tacloban City. Doctors later confirmed that he was in stable condition after receiving prompt medical treatment.
Investigators believe the shooting stemmed from a personal grudge, although further inquiry is underway to determine the exact motive.
Police from Alangalang MPS immediately launched a dragnet operation in coordination with nearby municipal police stations. Their efforts resulted in the apprehension of one suspect, who is now in police custody. The two remaining suspects are still being pursued.
Authorities are appealing to the public to cooperate by providing any information that could aid in the swift resolution of the case.
(ROBERT DEJON)
