MANILA, Philippines — The Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) on Saturday condemned the shooting of a 74-year-old lawyer in Dumaguete City.
In a statement, the IBP also asked for the “quick identification” of the gunmen who shot Attorney Ray Moncada, and for their “full punishment.”
“It is for this greater reason that as IBP commends and thanks any prompt response and investigation by law enforcers, we strongly condemn the shooting of Atty. Moncada and seek the quick identification of his assailants, their resolute prosecution, the timely resolution of the criminal case, and full punishment for the evil-doers,” the IBP said.
“Certain and swift accountability is the best deterrence to criminality,” the IBP added.
Moncada was shot outside his home at Ma. Asuncion Village in Barangay Daro by unidentified motorcycle-riding gunmen on Friday morning.
Moncada underwent surgery after the shooting incident and remains in critical condition.
Police are currently investigating the motive behind the shooting.
The IBP added that attacks and violence against lawyers “mock our justice system.”
“They erode faith and confidence in the rule of law and in our government.” the IBP said.
The IBP added that it was ready to extend assistance to Moncada and his family, and to others who want “justice to be done.”