CAMP VICENTE LIM, Laguna – A 44-year-old barangay councilor was gunned down in Barangay Cabay, Tiaong, Quezon on Wednesday afternoon, June 28.
The Police Regional Office 4-A identified the victim as Ricky Galangga, councilor of Barangay Cabay.
Investigation said the victim was in front of the barangay hall after a meeting with other barangay officials when three men onboard a motorcycle appeared.
The back rider of one of the motorcycles drew a gun and shot the victim.
The suspects fled towards San Juan, Batangas and the victim was taken to a hospital in Candelaria, Quezon where he died while undergoing treatment for a bullet wound in the chest.
Recovered from the crime scene were seven spent caliber 9mm and a live 9 mm bullet.
Police are thoroughly investigating the case.