Fatal roadside attack leaves two motorcycle-riding men dead in Valencia City, Bukidnon

• Two men were shot and killed while riding a motorcycle in Valencia City, Bukidnon, in what authorities believe was an ambush

• Investigators found several .45 caliber shells at the scene and have identified persons of interest in the double murder

• One of the victims had a criminal record, including drug-related offenses, and had previously survived a separate ambush attempt earlier this year

• Police are exploring multiple angles, including a possible motive linked to illegal drug5, as they work to solve the case

A late-night motorcycle ride in Bukidnon turned deadly for two men who were shot and killed in Valencia City.

The victims were ambushed by an assailant, prompting a police investigation into a possible motive that may be linked to illegal drug5 and past threats against one of the victims.

The fatal shooting occurred in Barangay Vintar on Wednesday night. The victims, ages 47 and 45, were residents of Barangay Kahaponan and were traveling toward the town of San Fernando when they were attacked on the roadside.

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The suspect's ambush left them with multiple gunshot wounds, and they were pronounced dead at the scene.

According to Police Major Jayvee Babaan, the spokesperson for the Bukidnon Police Provincial Office, investigators recovered several .45 caliber shell casings from the crime scene, indicating a single-firearm assault.

While a hot pursuit and dragnet operation failed to immediately apprehend the suspect, authorities now have several persons of interest in the case.

The investigation has revealed a disturbing detail about one of the victims, who had reportedly received death threats earlier this year.

The same individual had also survived a previous ambush attempt in January. These prior incidents have become a key focus for police as they work to establish a motive for the double murder.

Police Major Babaan also confirmed that one of the victims had a criminal record, including previous involvement with illegal drug5 and firearm offenses.

"May mga criminal record na ito even sa illegal drug5 may record siya sa firearm. So definitely we are looking to many angles in relation to the said shooting incident pero itong kasama niya wala kaming nakita na record," Babaan stated. The other victim, it appears, was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time.

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The police are considering multiple motives, including drug-related retribution or a personal vendetta against the victim with a criminal record.

The incident is a grim reminder of the dangers of past criminal activities and the violence that can arise from it.

Authorities are working diligently to gather more information and bring the person or persons responsible for this heinous crime to justice.

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, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable stories.

In other news, a masked man robbed a burger stall in General Santos City, stealing nearly P10,000 in cash, which was the entire day’s earnings. Security camera footage captured the incident, who used a handkerchief to conceal his face and a potential weapon. The two female employees at the stall were unharmed but were left shaken after the incident. Authorities have a person of interest and are urging the public to provide any information that could lead to the suspect's arrest.

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Still in other news, a fatal stabbing occurred in Pangasinan after a tricycle driver got into a fight with a group over the loud exhaust of their motorcycle. The victim was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital after being stabbed during the altercation that began with a verbal argument. The suspect, a tricycle driver, was apprehended by police shortly after fleeing the crime scene and is facing hom1cide charges. The tragic incident highlights how a seemingly minor disagreement can escalate into a deadly act of violence, leading to a preventable loss of life.

Source: KAMI.com.gh