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1 dead in shootout involving Abra candidates
A shooting incident in Tayum, Abra on Monday, April 21, resulted in one death and one injury.
The fatality was identified as Jay-ar Tanura, who was reportedly killed by police and was a supporter of councilor Walter Tugadi.
Jordan Calaustro Barcena, also with the Tugadi group, sustained gunshot wounds and is in stable condition.
The groups of councilor Walter Tugadi and mayoral candidate Kathlia Cariño Alcantara reportedly had a shootout.
Alcantara's group reported the incident to the police, claiming their campaign convoy was ambushed and strafed.
Their vehicle sustained multiple bullet marks, including the windshield.
A black Ford Ranger with plate number AAE 7239, identified in previous incidents, was reportedly used by the gunmen.
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