Rider shot dead while livestreaming in Cotabato

A motorcycle rider was shot dead while livestreaming in Polomolok, South Cotabato, according to a report on “24 Oras” Tuesday.

Investigators said the victim, a businessman, was en route from the town of Tupi to General Santos City when he was shot.

Video showed the victim’s motorcycle hitting guardrails on the roadside. The man was declared dead on the spot.

Police reported no cash and valuables were taken from the victim.

Authorities said they were eyeing the rider’s lending business and alleged involvement in an investment scam as possible motives behind the incident. —Sundy Locus/RF/NB/KG, GMA Integrated News