ZAMBOANGA CITY – A shop owner was killed and his brother was wounded in a gun attack here on Monday, Feb. 9.
Police identified the victim as Leonard Eribani.
Investigation said Leonard and Almukbar were shot by riding in tandem suspects after a female customer left their store.
The victim was wounded as he tried to shield his brother from the attack.
The suspects escaped and the victims were brought to a hospital where Leonard died and Almukbar in stable condition.
Recovered from the crime scene were four empty .45 caliber shells.
Police are conducting follow-up and hot-pursuit operations.