A man was shot in the back and wounded during a heated argument with three others in Barangay Cawayan, Dalaguete, Cebu.
The incident took place on Monday afternoon when one of the men involved in the dispute drew a firearm and shot the victim, who was walking away.
The bullet exited through the victim's stomach, and another shot grazed his ankle.
After the shooting, the alleged gunman and his two accomplices fled the scene.
Police Response and Ongoing Investigation
As of Tuesday afternoon, August 25, local police have identified the three suspects and are actively pursuing them.
The victim was immediately transported to the hospital for treatment of his injuries.
At first, I thought it was just a friendly argument. When the gunshots rang out, I realized it was serious and took cover,
Witnesses reported that the argument appeared benign until the gunfire erupted, underscoring the unpredictability of violent confrontations.
- Victim shot in the back, bullet exiting through the stomach.
- Police have launched a hot pursuit operation for the suspects.
This incident adds to ongoing concerns about gun violence in the Philippines, particularly in areas where disputes can quickly escalate.