PNP files cases against SUV driver in viral road rage shooting

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is set to file cases of frustrated murder and violation of the Omnibus Election Code against an SUV driver involved in a viral road rage shooting incident in Antipolo City on March 30.

Police Brig. Gen. Paul Kenneth Lucas stated that the driver, identified as alias 'Kenneth,' fired eight shots at two motorcycle riders who had beaten him up, constituting frustrated murder under Philippine law and wounding four individuals in total.

The violation of the Omnibus Election Code arises from carrying an unexempted firearm during the incident despite having a license for it; currently detained, the 28-year-old suspect faces potential legal challenges regarding claims of self-defense and recklessness leading up to the confrontation.

Two victims have been discharged, one is still recovering, and another will undergo surgery at Amang Rodriguez Memorial Medical Center in Marikina City.

Land Transportation Office (LTO) Chief Assistant Secretary Vigor D. Mendoza II has initiated an investigation into the incident, including show cause orders for all involved motorists which may result in driver's license revocation.