Manila Bulletin
Bulacan PPO mourns death of two cops killed in line of duty
Two police officers, S/Sgts. Dennis Cudiamat and Gian George dela Cruz of the Bocaue police, were killed during an anti-illegal drugs operation on Saturday, March 8, in Sitio Tugatog, NIA Road, Barangay Tambubong, Bocaue.
The operation was a buy-bust targeting individuals involved in illegal firearms when unidentified gunmen opened fire on the officers.
Cudiamat sustained a fatal gunshot wound to the head and died on the spot.
Dela Cruz was critically wounded and succumbed to his injuries at the hospital around 3 p.m.
The suspect(s) stole Cudiamat's service firearm and fled towards Pandi town.
A manhunt has been launched, and police are reviewing CCTV footage to identify and apprehend the suspect(s).
The Bulacan Police Provincial Office (PPO) is mourning the officers' deaths and has assured their families of support.
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