CAMP MIGUEL MALVAR, Batangas City – A 65-year-old driver was killed and a retired police officer was wounded during a gun duel on Friday evening, May 15, in Padre Garcia, Batangas.
Police identified the victim as “Berto.”
Investigation said Berto and the suspect “Milyo,” 55, engaged in a heated argument where Berto drew a pistol and shot the suspect.
The suspect returned fire and wounded the victim.
They were taken to a hospital where Berto was declared dead and Milyo under treatment.
Two guns, bullets, and fired shells were recovered in the area. Follow-up investigation is ongoing. (Danny Estacio)
