18 Oct 2018 | 07:19 PM UTC
Philippines: Three police officers killed in attack in Camarines Sur October 18
Unidentified gunmen kill three police officers in attack in Lupi (Camarines Sur region) on October 18
Event
At approximately 09:10 (local time) on Thursday, October 18, an estimated 20 unidentified gunmen ambushed a Filipino Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Lupi (Camarines Sur region). According to local officials, three police officers were killed in the attack, with three others suffering injuries. Additional security forces have been deployed to the area, and an investigation is currently underway to identify the assailants.
Advice
Individuals in the area are advised to monitor the situation and follow all instructions issued by local authorities.