A barangay kagawad in Dauin, Negros Oriental, was shot dead by unidentified suspects at Upper Maayongtubig on Thursday, June 3.
Killed was Barangay Maayongtubig Kagawad Agustin Aragones, who was watering his plants when the unidentified assailants entered his home.
The victim, who was shot at close range, sustained gunshot wounds to the head.
He was rushed to a hospital where he was declared dead on arrival.
Capt. Louie Batuto, town police chief, said they are eyeing a grudge, business, or politics as the motive for the killing.
The killing came a month after Barangay Bagacay captain Stephen Alam was killed inside the village hall, also in Dauin.*