Authorities are looking into different angles as possible motives in the killing of a 30-year-old mechanic in Valencia City, Bukidnon.

The victim identified as alias “John” was shot dead on Sunday, July 13, 2025, and did not reach the hospital alive.

He sustained at least 15 gunshot wounds in different parts of his body.

Police said the victim may have known the suspect as the two were reportedly seen talking with the alleged minor girlfriend of the victim prior to the shooting.

The suspect fled after the incident.

Authorities are looking into several angles, including illegal drugs, third party relationship issues, among others, as possible motives.