Doctor to the barrios shot dead in Lanao del Norte

A doctor who just finished conducting a medical mission was shot dead in Lanao del Norte on Wednesday night, a report on Unang Balita on Friday said.

Dr. Dreyfuss Perlas was on a motorcycle on his way home when he was shot by an unidentified gunman in Kapatagan, Lanao del Norte.

Perlas was brought to the hospital for immediate treatment but he was pronounced dead on arrival.

Police investigators are looking into attempted robbery or a grudge as possible motives for the crime.

Investigation is ongoing as of posting time.

The Department of Health has condemned the killing.

In a statement posted on its Facebook account on Thursday, it said: "The DOH deplores this act of violence. We lost a worthy public servant at a time when there is greater need for their unselfish dedication to duty."

"The DOH is extending its condolences to Perlas’ family and vows to support efforts until justice is served," it added. —KG, GMA News