Multiple gunshots inside the Philippine Senate on Wednesday night triggered a lockdown and allowed Senator Ronald dela Rosa to leave the building, according to officials and reports from the scene.Dela Rosa had been staying in his legislative office since Monday after the International Criminal Court confirmed it was seeking his arrest.He is wanted over alleged crimes against humanity linked to the Philippines' war on drugs.Police in the Philippines are now investigating whether the shooting was staged to help him escape.People inside the Senate ran for cover as the shots were heard, and the heavily guarded building was placed under lockdown.The... [Continue Reading]
Gunshots were reported inside the Philippine Senate complex on Wednesday as the standoff over Senator Ronald Dela Rosa intensified.He has remained inside the building amid efforts linked to an International Criminal Court case.At least five shots were heard inside the Senate, according to journalists present at the scene.Soldiers with rifles and protective gear were also seen going up the stairs of the building shortly afterwards.Interior Secretary Juanito Victor Remulla said there were no casualties and that the search for the gunmen was ongoing.He said Dela Rosa was safe and with security personnel, while Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano said he... [Continue Reading]