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Police deny linking Batangas shooting suspect to prominent figure
A police chief in Batangas has refuted reports suggesting he identified one of the suspects in a fatal shooting as a prominent provincial personality. The victim, a 22-year-old musician and working student, was shot while riding a motorcycle.
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LUCENA CITY — Major Florencio Caisip Jr., chief of the San Jose police station in Batangas, has denied attributing descriptions of a suspect in a fatal shooting to a prominent personality in the province. The denial comes after reports circulated linking an alleged suspect in the case to a high-profile figure.
The victim, identified as a 22-year-old musician who was also a working student, was fatally shot while traveling on a motorcycle. Details of the incident remain under investigation by local law enforcement.
The police chief's statement clarifies the official position regarding suspect identification in the case. The denial suggests potential confusion or misreporting concerning the individuals involved in the shooting incident.
Investigators continue to pursue leads in connection with the fatal motorcycle shooting. The case adds to ongoing concerns about gun violence and crimes in the Batangas region.