Female vendor shot dead by motorcycle rider in Quiapo

A female vendor was shot dead by a motorcycle rider in Quiapo, Manila, on Saturday, September 28.

The Manila Police District (MPD) did not disclose the name of the victim yet. 

Witnesses said the woman was standing in front of a bank at the corner of Palanca Street and Quezon Boulevard when a motorcycle rider suddenly pointed a gun at the victim and shot her.

The suspect immediately left after committing the crime, they added.

Police said they are still backtracking and reviewing all closed circuit televisions (CCTVs) in the area to identify the suspect.