Cop shot dead in Makati

A policeman was shot dead in Barangay East Rembo, Makati City on Monday morning.

According to Makati City Police chief Police Colonel Rogelio Simon, the victim was identified as Police Major Jeffrey Dalson.

Based on initial investigation, Dalson was inside his parked vehicle when a gunman riding a motorcycle fired at him.

The suspect was able to escape, police said.

It was reported that Dalson was assigned at the office of Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Archie Francisco Gamboa.

Gamboa said he would have it investigated.

"I still have to find out, but the PNP will investigate on that shooting," Gamboa said during a press briefing. — Anna Felicia Bajo/RSJ, GMA News