Radioman: Personal grudge behind attack

By Teddy Molina

VIGAN CITY– A local broadcaster, who was shot and wounded 10 days ago, ended speculations on the motive behind the attempt on his life, saying the attack was triggered by personal grudge.

From his hospital bed, radioman Eugene Paet told local radio station dzVV Bombo the incident was personal in nature and not work-related, as speculated for days before he was revived and was able to talk. He did not elaborate.

Paet stayed at the intensive care unit of a local hospital battling with his own life for a week before his transfer to the recovery room.

Police arrested and filed a frustrated murder charge against a suspect identified as Mario Paa of Bulag East Bantay, Ilocos Sur Jan. 14.

Paet thanked his colleagues and police authorities for the attention they gave to the incident.