Robbery suspect dies “accidentally” in Manila

A man suspected to be responsible for several hold up cases in Manila was killed “accidentally” while in the custody of Manila police.

Suspect Rodel Reyes succumbed to a gunshot wound in the cheek while trying to overpower a policeman on duty. The suspect allegedly tried to take the policeman’s gun and got shot as the two struggled for possession of the weapon, Inquirer News reported.

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Photo: www.jcimanila.org




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