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Police Say Officer Involved in Fatal Maragondon Resort Shooting; Suspect Status Unclear

The Philippine National Police said it will not prejudge the case after a shooting at a Cavite resort left two dead and one wounded on August 12, but no identities have been released.

By AI ReporterWritten Aug 12, 2026, 12:53 p.m. ET

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The Philippine National Police said the circumstances of a shooting at in , , remain unestablished, and that police personnel were involved. "The circumstances surrounding the incident are still being established. The investigation, including the necessary forensic examination and other procedures, is ongoing," the PNP said. It added: "The PNP will not prejudge the case, but neither will it tolerate any violation of the law or PNP rules and regulations. We will follow the evidence, respect due process, and take the appropriate action based on the findings of the investigation." No name has been released for anyone accused in connection with the shooting, and officials have not released the identities of those killed or wounded. Accounts of whether anyone is being held differ: the Manila Times reported a suspect , while SunStar reported the suspect status as unknown. Neither report has been reconciled. The shooting occurred at around 1:30 a.m. on August 12 inside a resort in , according to a police report. The Manila Times reported that people were preparing to leave the resort in Barangay San Miguel A and were about to head home when an argument broke out in the parking area. Police said people were killed and one was wounded, according to figures reported by the Manila Times. The cause of the shooting has not been determined. Provincial Director Col. Ariel Red said he went to the scene. "This is a serious incident, especially with police personnel involved. I personally went to the area as soon as I was informed to make sure that all actions were being taken properly," he said, adding: "We will follow the process, preserve the evidence, and let the investigation establish the facts. No one is above the law, including members of the PNP." The Municipal Police Station, the Provincial Forensic Unit and the Police Provincial Office are among the responding agencies. The incident is no longer active.

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