Man killed in shooting and stabbing; one suspect shot dead by responding police

• A man died after being shot and stabbed in Velasquez Street, Tondo, Manila
• One suspect was shot dead by a passing police officer who intervened
• The incident stemmed from a previous argument over a misunderstanding
• Police continue search for the fleeing suspect

A violent incident in Tondo, Manila left two men dead. A victim was shot and hacked by two suspects. A responding police officer shot one suspect fatally.

The attack happened past 7 p.m. on Velasquez Street. CCTV captured gunshots and the assault. The victim, alias Marlon, suffered gunshot and stab wounds. He died on arrival at hospital.

A police officer passing by witnessed the crime. He saw one suspect with gun and another with bladed weapon. The officer fired shots. One suspect, alias Edmund, died from wounds.

The other suspect, alias Eugene, fled. Police hunt him actively. Investigation points to prior dispute. Victim thought suspects mocked him during argument with ex-partner.

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The officer follows protocol under custody. He rushed wounded suspect to hospital. Family thanked his action.

GMA Integrated News eported the story via Unang Balita. Details came from witnesses and CCTV.

Unang Balita airs every Monday to Friday on GMA-7 and is also streamed on GMA News Online, GMA YouTube channels, and Kapuso streaming platforms. The segment is designed to give Filipinos a complete, fast, and accurate start to their day with the latest headlines, weather updates, traffic reports, and in-depth coverage of the biggest stories. The main anchors are Arnold Clavio, Susan Enriquez, Ivan Mayrina, and Mariz Umali, who guide the morning news with their experienced and approachable style.

Community seeks peace after the violence. The investigation continues for justice and closure.

Watch the report of Unang Balita in this video:

In an earlier local report by KAMI, a family of three was mercilessly shot and killed inside their store in Barangay Mallorca, San Leonardo, Nueva Ecija. CCTV footage showed three men entering the shop, closing the roll-up door, and then shooting the entire family to death. Before fleeing, one of the suspects also took a bag and a cellphone belonging to the victims. According to a report by Gary De Leon of TV5 Frontline Pilipinas, the family began receiving threats after they lent P1 million to a resident of their barangay, who allegedly used the money for a business.

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In another viral local report, a 51-year-old public school teacher in Las Piñas City was stabbed multiple times by her own husband. Based on a report by EJ Gomez on Unang Balita, the 38-year-old suspect committed the crime inside the school’s faculty room. Police said the school had a security guard, but because the suspect was a familiar face, he was able to enter and leave easily. The suspect said he went there to talk to his wife and fix their issues, but the situation turned into a heated argument.

Source: KAMI.com.gh