MPD hunts down suspects in killing of barangay tanod in Tondo


The Manila Police District (MPD) is hunting down the five suspects involved in the fatal shooting of a barangay tanod (village watchman) in Tondo, Manila. 

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Courtesy of Barangay 38, Tondo

The incident occurred in Barangay 68 in Tondo on Friday, Dec. 6, during a drinking spree that turned violent.

According to authorities, the victim, a barangay tanod, was enjoying drinks with five individuals when an altercation transpired. 

During the gathering, one of the suspects suddenly pulled out a gun and shot the victim multiple times. 

The man who shot the victim stood up along with the other individuals and fled the scene heading in different directions.

Authorities are still investigating the motive behind the shooting.

Meanwhile, the MPD was able to identify the individuals involved in the incident via CCTV and is now tracking them down.