The Philippine National Police (PNP) has identified two individuals as the masterminds behind the murder of political vlogger Alicia 'Mima Alicia' Lipata. Chief General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. confirmed that both suspects have been charged with murder.
Lipata, a 24-year-old influencer known for her political commentary, was fatally shot on July 18, 2026, in Caloocan City. The attack involved two assailants on a motorcycle.
Debt and Grudges Behind the Crime
The motive? It's about the profession and as well as they have personal grudge or personal disagreements na nagsimula sa utang (that started with debt).
Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., PNP Chief
The PNP revealed that the financial dispute involved a staggering P8 million, although rumors have circulated suggesting that political motivations may also have played a role in Lipata's killing.
Following the murder, Lipata's live-in partner was present during the attack but fortunately survived. Law enforcement arrested the alleged gunman, 58, and the driver, 48, in Pampanga on July 23.
Lipata was known for her outspoken support of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and for her critical views of Vice President Sara Duterte and her allies. Her murder marks a tragic chapter in the ongoing discourse surrounding political dissent in the Philippines.