NOT EVEN THE supposed exclusivity of a posh condominium complex seemed enough guarantee of safety.
At the Azure exclusive complex which hosts high-rise condominium buildings, a 59-year old whacko fired upon 10 people resulting in the death of two individuals and injuring four others in what witnesses claimed as a shooting rampage.
The gunman casually fled on foot to Barangay Marcelo Green after the incident
The Paranaque City Police claimed they already have the information of the suspect, including his identity but would still obtain the motive for firing at the victims.
“While the victims and witnesses were playing basketball at the basketball court at Azure Residence, they heard a loud noise,” the police report was quoted by Inquirer.
“Suddenly, the suspect entered through the main gate of the basketball court and started shooting [at a] group of people playing basketball,” it indicated.
After the incident, which occurred nearly 8:00 Wednesday night, the suspect ran out the condominium complex’s main gate and walked toward a nearby mall, according to the police.
In a police report later on Thursday, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said two of the victims were declared dead on arrival at 8:44 p.m. and 11:12 p.m. at the Ospital ng Parañaque District 2.
The four injured victims are in stable condition at the Ospital ng Parañaque and the Parañaque Doctors Hospital. Four other basketball players who witnessed the shooting were unharmed.
Investigators recovered two deformed fired bullets, three metallic fragments and nine fired cartridge cases from a caliber 9mm pistol.
The local police is conducting follow-up operations, backtracking security footage and coordinating with adjacent police units, including authorities on the nearby Skyway, to locate and arrest the suspect.
The gunman is a unit owner in one of the posh towers owned by the Century Pacific Group.
Paranaque Police Chief Nicolas Pinon told GMA7 that the footage showed that the gunman entered the basketball court, opened fire and fled the scene.
In a statement, the Azure Property Management said they are now coordinating with the authorities regarding the matter.
“Management is fully cooperating with the police and remains committed to supporting the ongoing investigation. The safety and security of all our residents continue to be our highest priority,” it said.
“We are extending our full support to the victims and their families, coordinating with the proper channels to ensure they receive the necessary care and attention during this difficult time, the Azure statement added.