Two Killed in Robbery

SOLSONA, Ilocos Norte – Residents of Brgy. Laureta, Solsona, Ilocos Norte heard a burst of gunfire. Thereafter, they saw two bodies sprawled in a nearby road.

Police identified the victims as Rodel Curameng and Gilbert Asuncion, both residents of Brgy. Sta. Ana, of same town. The two were waylaid as they headed for home aboard a motorcycle.

Initial investigation showed that the two were alleged victims of robbery-holdup. One of the victims had a large amount of money which he withdrew from the bank.

Witnesses said Curameng was with him the P200,000 cash as he attended a wake in a nearby barangay before the incident happened.