A gunman with an assault rifle burst into a casino, fired shots and set gaming tables alight in the Philippine capital Manila, the country’s police chief has said, but there was no indication the attack was an act of terrorism.
Key points:
- The gunman is believed to have escaped
- People are being treated for minor injuries sustained in the panic at a nearby hospital
- Manila is on high alert as the country fights an Islamist rebel insurgency in the south
National police chief Ronald dela Rosa told local radio the lone gunman had not aimed his weapon at people at the Resorts World Manila entertainment complex, and robbery could have been the motive.
Shots and loud bangs rang out shortly after midnight in the buildings close to Terminal Three of Ninoy Aquino International Airport and an air force base.
Resorts World Manila said on social media it was in lockdown.
No comments:
Post a Comment