Fernan Angeles Shot in Pasig, Malacañang Releases Statement

Fernan Angeles, a reporter from The Daily Tribune, was shot near his home in Barangay Pinagbuhatan, Pasig, around 10:00pm last night, March 11, 2012 according to Pasig City Police chief Sr. Supt. Jesse Cardona.

Angeles, 41, sustained six gunshot wounds and a bone fracture and was said to be in critical condition as of this posting.

Angeles' wife Gemma claims the attack could be connected to his work. She said her husband went out to buy cellphone load at that time.

A day before the attack, Angeles posted on his Facebook account some critical statements pertaining to the palace:



You can read more of Angeles comments here

Meanwhile, the office of the President has released a statement regarding the incident:

Statement of the Presidential Spokesperson:
On Fernan Angeles of the Malacañang Press Corps
[March 12, 2012]

We are deeply shocked and concerned over the shooting of Malacañang Press Corps and Daily Tribune reporter Fernan J. Angeles. Secretary Robredo has directed a thorough investigation. We have also been in close contact with Mr. Angeles’ wife so as to render assistance to them in their hour of need. We have also communicated with the officers of MPC to assure them that all will be done to ensure the welfare and recovery of Mr. Angeles.