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Fisherman shot dead in N. Philippines

Xinhua
| June 28, 2026
2026-06-28

MANILA, June 28 (Xinhua) -- A 63-year-old fisherman was shot dead by another resident in Bolinao, a town in Pangasinan province, northern Philippines, on Saturday night, police said Sunday.

A police report said the victim was drinking with two friends when the suspect arrived on a motorcycle and suddenly opened fire. The fisherman was rushed to a hospital but was declared dead on arrival.

The suspect fled but was later arrested by police. Police were investigating the motive behind the killing. Enditem

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