Increased Scrutiny for Candidate Lacking POI (Point of Interest)
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In a startling turn of events, the Police Regional Office-Davao Region (PRO-Davao) announced on Friday, May 1, 2025, that a whopping PHP 1 million reward would be given to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and prosecution of the suspect responsible for the shooting of Board Member candidate Audrie Perez in Tagum City on April 29, 2025.
PRO-Davao regional director PBGen Leon Victor Rosete confirmed the news during a special press conference at Camp Catitipan, Buhangin, Davao City, emphasizing the outgoing 1st District Representative Pantaleon Alvarez's willingness to aid in resolving the case and ensuring justice for the victim.
Perez, 43, was a candidate for Board Member in the first district of Davao del Norte and was also employed as an executive assistant to Rep. Alvarez. She was shot on Tuesday evening while on her way home to several houses in Delfina Village, Barangay Magugpo North, Tagum City.
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Tagum City Police Chief Col. Wildemar Tiu shared that Perez was taken to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Chapel on her motorcycle when the suspect, wearing a distinctive denim jacket, jumped onto her vehicle and opened fire before fleeing on another motorcycle13.
Perez was rushed to the Tagum Doctors Hospital, where she is currently being treated for her injuries, which include bullet wounds.
When contacted, Tiu revealed that investigators are still struggling to identify the suspect and trace the lead, as the attack occurred at night, and no eyewitnesses have come forward1. Some possible motives being considered include personal grudges or financial debts1.
A well-known figure like Panabo City Representative and gubernatorial aspirant Alan Dujali has denounced the attack and called for immediate action from the authorities3.
Dujali expressed his concerns as politicians prepare for upcoming public office elections, stating, "Politicians running for public office must help maintain peace and order, especially as tensions rise ahead of election day."
Dujali is running for a congressional seat under the Lakas-CMD party, while Perez is associated with the Partido Reporma of Rep. Alvarez.
The investigation into the shooting continues, with authorities urging Public cooperation to identify the perpetrators. (Re-written by A.I.)
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- Despite the ongoing investigation, no eyewitnesses have come forward regarding the shooting of Board Member candidate Audrie Perez in Barangay Magugpo North, Delfina Village, Tagum City, on April 29, 2025.
- The general-news surrounding the shooting of Audrie Perez in Davao del Norte has especially raised concerns among politicians like Alan Dujali, who is urging authorities to ensure proper identification and apprehension of the suspect.
- The Police Regional Office-Davao Region (PRO-Davao) has announced a PHP 1 million reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the suspect responsible for shooting Audrie Perez, who was a candidate for Board Member in the first district of Davao del Norte.
- The political landscape in Davao City, with elections approaching, has been shaken by the shooting of Audrie Perez, leaving many questioning the safety of candidates and calling for action to maintain peace and order.
