25-Anyos na barangay chairman, tinambangan sa Lanao Del Sur, patay
- A 25-year-old barangay chairman of Barangay Baraas in Picong, Lanao del Sur, whom authorities identified as, Binhar Jalambre Alon Jawad, died from multiple gunshot wounds after being ambushed
- Jawad was traveling in an SUV with 20-year-old Norhan Sarip, who sustained injuries, when unidentified assailants attacked them on a diversion road in Malabang
- Authorities in Lanao del Sur have launched an investigation to determine the motive behind the ambush and are actively pursuing the unidentified perpetrators who fled the scene
- Killing The violent death of a young elected official underscores the ongoing challenges in maintaining peace and order in regions like Lanao del Sur, where politically motivated violence and armed groups have been present
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A young barangay chairman, aged 25, was killed in a brazen ambush in Malabang, Lanao del Sur, on Wednesday morning.

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The victim, identified as Binhar Jalambre Alon Jawad, who served as the barangay captain of Barangay Baraas in the municipality of Picong, Lanao del Sur, succumbed to multiple gunshot wounds.
According to a report by GMA Regional TV One Mindanao on Thursday, Jawad was en route to a graduation ceremony along with a companion, 20-year-old Norhan Sarip, when they were attacked.
The incident occurred on a diversion road in Barangay Montay, Malabang. Jawad was pronounced dead upon arrival at a nearby hospital, while Sarip sustained injuries in the attack.
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Initial police investigations indicate that the two were traveling in a sport utility vehicle (SUV) when they were waylaid by unidentified assailants.
The circumstances surrounding the ambush, including the number of attackers and the weapons used, are still under investigation.
Authorities have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators who fled the scene immediately after the shooting.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and police are exploring various angles to determine the reason for the violent incident.
As the barangay chairman, Jawad held a significant position in his community, making the ambush a matter of serious concern for local residents and authorities alike.
Lanao del Sur has historically faced security challenges, including the presence of armed groups and politically motivated violence.
While the police have not yet identified any specific group or motive, they are likely considering these factors as part of their investigation.
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