Residents of Purok 4, Barangay Calabaca, Capalonga, Camarines Norte were shocked this afternoon after a series of gunshots rang out, targeting the parked vehicles of the team of re-electionist mayoralty candidate, Luz Ricasio. The incident occurred while the campaign team was conducting house-to-house visits in the area.

According to reports, armed men fired at the vehicles, striking the tires and other parts of the campaign cars. The team was reportedly circulating the area when they heard gunshots. When one of their staff members returned to the vehicles, they found three spent bullet casings near the parked cars and realized that their vehicles had been shot at.

Despite the alarming attack, no injuries were reported. The campaign team expressed concern over the incident, but they have assured the public that they will continue their efforts to reach out to the people in the community. Local authorities have yet to release further details regarding the investigation into the incident.

The shooting incident has raised concerns among residents and political observers, with many questioning the increasing tensions and risks surrounding the election campaign period.

As of now, the motive behind the attack remains unclear, but authorities are actively investigating the incident. The Ricasio camp has condemned the violence and called for justice and accountability, emphasizing that such acts of intimidation will not deter their commitment to serving the people of Capalonga.