Man slain in Masbate shooting

LEGAZPI CITY –– A man was killed, while another one was wounded when they were shot by three suspected New People’s Army rebels in Milagros town, Masbate on Wednesday morning.

Major Maria Luisa Calubaquib, Bicol police spokesperson, said Romeo Fuentes, 65, and Jossel Fuentes, 35, were having coffee outside of their residence when attacked in Barangay Jamorawon around 6 a.m.

Jossel was instantly killed, while Romeo was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.

One of the suspects identified as Marvin Peralta was arrested, while two others known only as “Ka Banjo” and “Ka Marvin,” escaped.

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