A group of drug suspects is being eyed as possible suspects in the ambush of Lanao del Sur Governor Mamintal Alonto Adiong Jr., the Philippine National Police (PNP) said.
“Based on our ongoing investigation, we are looking at a group of drug personalities,” PCol. Robert Daculan, quoted by GMA News, said.
The official refused to name the group as it might hurt their investigation. Daculan said they are now collecting statements from first responders and survivors of the attack, GMA News reported.
“Sa ngayon nasa finalization stage kami ng collection ng mga affidavits ng mga nag-survive, mga first responders. Then sa operation regarding sa grupo na ito ay tuloy-tuloy po,” he noted.
The official also said Adiong and his staff member, Ali Macapado Tabao, are now in stable condition.
One of the suspects in Adiong’s ambush, identified as “Otin,” was killed in an armed encounter. His father known as “Fighter” and four other suspects remain at large, the PNP reported.
