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2 Brods killed by rebel returnee
By Mar T Supnad

LAOAG CITY- Two brothers were killed Tuesday night when a former member of the New People’s Army shot them dead in barangay San Isidro , Bangui , Ilocos Norte.
Police identified the victims as Julius Cascayan, 47 and Agosto Cascayan 27, both married and drivers.

The suspect was identified as Christopher Agoo alyas Cristo, 37, rebel returnee, tricycle driver and resident of Dumalneg, Ilocos Norte.

Based on reports sent to the regional headquarters, Julius had just arrived in his home from work when the suspect arrived and suddenly shot him.

Julius was able to ask assistance from his wife Joselyn inside their house, but the suspect followed him and shot him with M16 armalite rifle that caused his death.
Upon learning of the incident, the victim’s younger brother went to rescue his brother, bringing with him his brother’s licensed Cal. 45 pistol but he was shot also by Agoo in the head that caused his instant death.

Agoo fled immediately to unknown direction bringing with him the firearm he used.

Police said the killings could have been caused by personal grudge between the victims and suspect.

But police are look into other angles while a manhunt operation is on for the arrest of the suspect.