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MANILA, Philippines — An election officer in Lanao del Norte was “brutally killed” on Monday in obvious poll-related violence, in response to the Fee on Elections (Comelec).
In a press release, the Comelec “condemns within the strongest phrases the brutal killing” of the appearing election officer recognized as Mark Orlando Q. Vallecer II who was slain in Salvador city.
Vallecer’s killing, the ballot physique stated, is “not solely a criminal offense in opposition to a public servant however an assault on democracy itself”.
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The Comelec additionally stated: “We mourn the lack of a colleague who served with braveness and integrity, and we lengthen our deepest condolences to his household and family members. The Fee stays steadfast in its mission to uphold free, truthful, and peaceable elections. Violence is not going to deter us, and people who search to hurt democracy will face the complete drive of justice.”
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Whereas particulars are nonetheless skinny about this, Comelec stated measures are being undertaken to expedite the investigation.
Lanao del Norte is a part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Area in Muslim Mindanao (BARRM), which is able to see the first-ever parliamentary polls subsequent yr.
Deadly election-related violence had been reported within the BARRM area in earlier months.
In October, a village watchman was killed and 6 others had been injured throughout a violent commotion close to the municipal corridor of Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur as rival political supporters exchanged gunfire.
“As we method the upcoming elections, we name on candidates, supporters, and the general public to reject violence and intimidation. True management is earned via respect, belief, and principled competitors, not concern and coercion,” Comelec stated.
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