The student who carried out the fatal shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University (ADZU) on Tuesday was reportedly under pressure over his grades and experiencing depression, Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Adan Olaso said on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Olaso made the statement when asked about the motive and target of the shooter.
“Medyo ano 'yung bata kasi 'yung grades niya hindi mataas. Although he's an honor student, kaso may parang hinahabol siyang grades,” he told GMA News’ Unang Balita in an interview.
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