TUGUNAN, SGA BARMM — A man reportedly serving as a bodyguard of a politician and identified as a supporter of the United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP) was shot dead in Barangay Pamalian, Tugunan, Special Geographic Area (SGA) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), according to an initial incident report.
The victim was identified as Bong Bada, an adult and resident of Barangay Pamalian.
Based on the report, Bada was standing in front of his residence when an unidentified assailant allegedly approached him and opened fire.
Bada sustained multiple gunshot wounds reportedly caused by a handgun. He was killed in the attack.
The shooting has raised concern in the community, particularly as the victim was reportedly known as a bodyguard of a politician and a supporter of the UBJP.
Authorities have yet to establish the identity of the gunman and determine the circumstances surrounding the attack. The motive also remains unclear as of the latest available information.
Police are continuing their investigation to determine the events leading to the shooting, identify the perpetrator, and establish a possible motive.
Authorities are expected to gather statements from witnesses and examine other available evidence as the investigation progresses.
The killing remains under investigation, and further details may be released by authorities as more information becomes available.