Senior citizen fish vendor hurt in shooting incident in Cebu City

• 63-year-old female fish vendor was injured after she was shot in the neck in Cebu City
• The senior citizen was reportedly riding a habal-habal when she suddenly collapsed
• She was immediately brought to the hospital for treatment following the incident
• Authorities continue their investigation since no witness saw the actual shooting

A 63-year-old female fish vendor was injured after she was hit by a bullet in the neck in Cebu City.

According to a report from SONA, the senior citizen was riding on a habal-habal when she suddenly fell. People later discovered that she had sustained a gunshot wound to the neck.

The victim was quickly rushed to the hospital to receive medical treatment. Authorities have yet to release additional details about her current condition.

Investigators are also still trying to identify the person responsible for the shooting. Based on the report, no witness saw the actual incident, making it difficult for police to immediately determine where the gunshot came from.

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The report did not mention any possible motive behind the attack. Authorities are now gathering more information and interviewing possible witnesses in the area.

Police are also continuing their investigation to determine whether the victim was intentionally targeted or if other circumstances led to the shooting.

The incident was featured in a SONA news segment uploaded on YouTube. Several viewers expressed concern over the safety of residents after learning about the shooting involving a senior citizen.

Cases involving stray bullets and unidentified gunmen remain a concern in several areas, especially when innocent civilians become victims. Authorities have repeatedly reminded the public to cooperate with ongoing investigations and report any information that may help solve such incidents.

As of writing, no suspect has been identified in connection with the shooting.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh