Army officer killed after being shot by CAFGU members he reprimanded in Rizal
- A 35-year-old Philippine Army officer was shot dead inside a patrol base in Rodriguez, Rizal
- Police say three CAFGU members allegedly opened fire after being reprimanded for drinking
- More than 20 shell casings were found at the scene, indicating sustained gunfire
- The suspects are now detained and face murder and illegal discharge of firearms charges
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A 35-year-old assistant detachment commander of the Philippine Army was killed after being shot by three members of the CAFGU Active Auxiliary (CAA) inside a military patrol base in Barangay Puray, Rodriguez, Rizal, authorities said.
Source: UGC
According to a report by EJ Gomez on "Unang Balita" on Thursday, the victim was found lifeless near a rocky area at Patrol Base Macaingalan early Wednesday morning.
Police identified him as a member of the 80th Infantry Battalion under the 21st Division of the Philippine Army.
Investigators said the officer was on his way to reprimand the three CAA members, who were reportedly drinking, when he was suddenly fired upon.
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Police Lieutenant Colonel Arwyn Gaffud, chief of the Rodriguez Police, said the suspects allegedly used their issued firearms during the shooting.
“Bago ho niya sitahin, pinaputukan na po siya ng issued firearms ng suspek,” says Gaffud.
Authorities said the victim died on the spot, with more than 20 empty bullet casings recovered from the crime scene.
Police believe the suspects harbored resentment toward the officer due to previous disciplinary actions.
“Kinimkim po siguro 'yung pagdidisiplina sa kaniya, sama ng loob,” says Gaffud.
The incident was witnessed by fellow CAA members, who immediately reported it to authorities.
Responding police found the suspects asleep and allegedly intoxicated in their hut.
The 27-year-old alleged gunman and his two companions were arrested, and firearms including an M16 rifle were confiscated.
The suspects claimed the shooting was unintentional.
“‘Di sana ‘yun sinasadya ma’am,” says the suspect known as “Pri.” Another suspect said they thought the camp was under attack.
“Akala namin hinarass 'yung kampo kaya kami nagpaputok,” says alias “Jo.”
The suspects are currently detained at the Rodriguez Police Custodial Facility while facing charges of murder and illegal discharge of firearms.
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