4 patay, 1 sugatan, sa pamamaril sa harap mismo ng isang barangay hall sa Cavite

- Four people were killed and one injured in a shooting during a flag ceremony in front of the Barangay Hall of Salitran 3, Dasmariñas City, Cavite on the morning of May 26

- The suspect, identified as Ariel, a 50-year-old former barangay tanod, allegedly approached from behind and opened fire without warning

- The type of firearm used remains unidentified, and the motive behind the attack is still under investigation

- A manhunt is underway, as authorities gather evidence and testimonies to locate the suspect and determine the full circumstances of the incident

A tragic shooting incident took place early Monday morning, May 26, in front of the Barangay Hall of Salitran 3 in Dasmariñas City, Cavite, leaving four people dead and one injured, ABS-CBN reported.

According to the initial investigation, the attack occurred around 8 a.m. while local officials were conducting their regular flag raising ceremony.

Without warning, the suspect—identified as "Ariel," a 50-year-old former barangay tanod (village watchman) of Salitran 3—approached from behind the gathering.

Eyewitness accounts say Ariel suddenly drew a firearm, the type of which has yet to be determined, and began firing repeatedly at the barangay officials present during the event.

The shots caused panic and chaos in the area, leaving several people on the ground before the assailant fled the scene.

Authorities are now conducting a manhunt to locate the suspect, whose motive for the attack remains unclear.

Investigators are also reviewing security footage and gathering more testimonies from witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.

Local officials and residents of Barangay Salitran 3 expressed their shock and grief over the incident, as the flag ceremony is a routine civic activity meant to promote unity and patriotism.

The injured victim has been taken to a nearby hospital for treatment and is currently under observation.

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh