Broadcaster, nasawi sa pamamaril sa Albay; special task group binuo ng pulisya

• A broadcaster died after being shot in Daraga, Albay, on October 12
• The victim was rushed to a hospital but later succumbed to his injuries
• His killing prompted police to form a Special Investigation Task Group to identify those responsible
• Investigators are still looking into the motive behind the attack and seeking reliable information from the public

A broadcaster died after being shot in Daraga, Albay, on Monday, October 12, 2026, prompting police to form a special task group to investigate the killing.

According to the provided report from GMA’s Balitanghali, the victim was brought to a hospital after the shooting. However, he later died.

“Isinugod siya sa ospital pero namatay rin kalaunan,” the report stated.

The news segment also confirmed that police had organized a Special Investigation Task Group to look into the crime.

Additional details from Radyo Pilipinas placed the shooting at the victim’s bakery in Barangay San Roque. The Albay Police Provincial Office confirmed his death and said two unidentified suspects were involved, based on the initial investigation.

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A separate report from Bombo Radyo said the attack happened at around 4:10 p.m. The broadcaster was rushed to Daraga Doctors Hospital for treatment but did not survive.

Following the incident, authorities began gathering information to establish what happened and identify those involved. Investigators were reviewing available surveillance footage and collecting statements from people who may have witnessed the shooting, according to the same report.

Meanwhile, Radyo Pilipinas reported that the provincial police director formed the special investigation team to lead efforts to solve the case. Authorities continued checking the suspects’ identities and the possible motive behind the attack.

The provincial police office also appealed to the public for trustworthy information that could help investigators locate those responsible and hold them accountable.

According to Bombo Radyo Legazpi, police were examining several possible angles, including the broadcaster’s media work, business, and personal matters. These remained under investigation, and authorities had not established why he was targeted.

The Presidential Task Force on Media Security also condemned the killing. In an interview with Bombo Radyo Legazpi, its executive director said the special investigation team was continuing its work to bring those responsible to justice.

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The official added that authorities were checking whether the shooting was connected to the victim’s work in the media. The task force said it was taking the incident seriously as it sought to address attacks and threats against media workers.

Separately, DZRH reported that the Daraga Municipal Police Station reminded the public to avoid sharing unverified information and graphic materials on social media.

Police cautioned that circulating such content could compromise the ongoing investigation or cause unnecessary panic. The station said further updates would be released as more information became available.

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In another report, a man was injured after he was allegedly attacked by a group of seven to 10 people at the plaza in Dueñas, Iloilo. A video showed several men surrounding the victim before he was repeatedly kicked during the incident. The attack reportedly happened at the Plaza of Dueñas. Based on initial information from the police, the victim had intentionally gone to the area because he wanted to confront a person who allegedly hurt his sibling.

Meanwhile, a man was shot dead outside a school in Barangay Prinza, Teresa, Rizal, on Thursday afternoon, triggering a police manhunt and leaving his family grieving. According to a report by GMA News' "Unang Balita," the victim was shot in the head at around 4 p.m. The gunman reportedly escaped immediately after the attack. A viral video of the incident showed the victim lying on the ground while his live-in partner stayed beside him carrying their infant child.

Source: KAMI.com.gh