2 killed in Isabela shooting; alleged gunman beaten to death by mob

Isabela

ILAGAN, Isabela — Three men, including the alleged gunman who was later beaten by an angry mob, were killed in an incident in this area on Saturday, October 19.

Police said in a report that Charlie Rosete, 49, and Marvin Jake Coloma, 23, both farmers, were reportedly killed by Arnel Bielgo.

Bielgo allegedly shot the victims using a caliber .38 handgun in Barangay (village) Centro-San Antonio at around 4 a.m.

The suspect was allegedly drunk and he challenged his drinking mates to fight with him.

Reports said residents later pursued Bielgo and beat him to death.

Police are doing a follow-up investigation on the incident.