Maguindanao del Sur map. INQUIRER FILES

COTABATO CITY – Three person were killed on the spot while another survived in an ambush along the national highway in Radjah Buayan, Maguindanao del Sur at 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12.

Radja Buayan town Mayor Bai Maruja Ampatuan Mastura identified the fatalities as Harrah Jinn Utto Lumenda, her 3-month-old baby girl and a certain Nunokan Manalindo, all residents of Radjah Buayan.

Article continues after this advertisement

Another victim, Bai Kong Lumenda Utto, was injured and is undergoing medication in an undisclosed hospital.

FEATURED STORIES NEWSINFO PhilHealth’s zero subsidy for 2025 an insult to members – group NEWSINFO Suspected China Coast Guard ship leaves Zambales uninspected NEWSINFO VP Sara Duterte wrong in saying DOJ is ‘biased’ in probing her – exec

Citing police reports, Mayor Mastura said the victims were onboard gray minivan driven by Nunokan when waylaid by unidentified gunmen.

“The slain mother was the wife of my personal escort, a military officer assigned in 34th Infantry Battalion,” Mastura said.

Article continues after this advertisement

Lieutenant Argie Eyana, police chief for Radjah Buayan, told Inquirer in an interview that they recovered one empty shell and three fired slugs of unknown caliber at the crime scene.

Article continues after this advertisement

READ: Maguindanao del Sur village councilor eyeing town council seat killed

Article continues after this advertisement

Motive of the crime is yet to be determined by the authorities.

Eyana said pursuit operation against the suspects is ongoing.

spin casino no deposit bonus Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again. Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

Overall retail sales rose unexpectedly by 0.1 percent from July to August at $710.8 billion, defying analysts’ anticipation of a 0.2 percent decline, according to Department of Commerce data.

The government aims to attain an “A” credit rating by the end of the Marcos administration in 2028. To achieve this rating, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has advised that the government should prioritize macroeconomic stability, fiscal sustainability, and good governance.

SIGN ME UP

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.aubet

READ NEXT Groups seek release of ailing Iloilo detainee DSWD extends P6.7-M worth of aid to Kanlaon Volcano eruption v... EDITORS' PICK Priscilla Meirelles wins new beauty title, Teresa Loyzaga fulfills pageantry dreams UAAP Finals: UP's Reyland Torres not suspended for Game 3 Selena Gomez now engaged to Benny Blanco Senate bill seeks to crack down on ticket scalpers Filipinos urged to go digital in giving Christmas cash gifts Alex Eala celebrates stellar year with high hopes for 2025 MOST READ Teodoro says petitions to cancel candidacy ‘political maneuvering’ Sofronio Vasquez looks back on Rey Valera's advice after 'The Voice' US win PhilHealth’s zero subsidy for 2025 an insult to members – group Suspected China Coast Guard ship leaves Zambales uninspected Follow @FMangosingINQ on Twitter --> View comments