"Tragic Loss: Radio Journalist Fatally Shot on Air in Philippines"

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Source: The Guardian
"Tragic Loss: Radio Journalist Fatally Shot on Air in Philippines"
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A radio journalist in the Philippines, Juan Jumalon, was shot and killed during a live broadcast in his home-based studio. The attacker gained entry by pretending to be a listener and fled after shooting Jumalon twice, stealing his gold necklace. The incident was witnessed by viewers on Facebook Live. The Philippines has a history of violence against journalists, with Jumalon being the 199th journalist killed since 1986. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr condemned the attack and ordered the police to apprehend the killers. An investigation is underway to determine if the attack was work-related.

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