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Retired teacher couple killed in North Cotabato home invasion
An 81-year-old man and his 82-year-old wife, both former educators, were found dead inside their residence in Banisilan, North Cotabato on Sunday morning. Police are investigating the deaths as a possible criminal incident.
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The bodies of Edwin Galeno and his wife Elsa were discovered at their home before dawn on Sunday, according to authorities. Colonel Ramel Hojilla, provincial director of the Cotabato police, confirmed the identities of the deceased couple in statements to the media.
The pair had spent their careers in education before retiring. Initial reports from the Banisilan municipal police station indicate the incident occurred at their residence in the municipality, which lies within North Cotabato province in the Bangsamoro region.
Details surrounding the circumstances of their deaths remained under investigation as of Sunday, with police working to establish a timeline of events and identify those responsible. The case highlights ongoing security concerns affecting residents in the province.
Authorities have not yet released additional information regarding potential motives or suspects in connection with the incident. The investigation is ongoing, according to police officials.