Gunmen ambushed a convoy on a bridge in Bangued, Abra, killing two people and wounding two others, police said.

The attack happened on Calaba Bridge in Barangay Calaba evening on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Among those killed were the barangay chairman of Lagayan, Abra and a woman who was traveling with the group.

Injured in the shooting were a female member of the Sangguniang Bayan of Lagayan and a male driver. Both were taken to the hospital. Another male companion was not hurt.

Police said the victims were riding in two vehicles on their way to La Paz, Abra when a pickup truck carrying the suspects overtook them and opened fire.

Authorities have launched a hot pursuit operation to identify and arrest the suspects. Investigators are also working to determine the motive behind the attack.

The families of the victims and other people involved are yet to release a statement as of press time.