Japan coordinating with PH authorities after two nationals killed in Manila

Metro Manila, Philippines - The Japanese government is coordinating with Philippine authorities after two Japanese nationals were killed in a shooting incident in Manila last Aug. 15.

“We express our condolences to the deceased and we are currently coordinating and confirming the details of the incident with the Philippine authorities, and are providing support to the bereaved family members of the deceased,” the Japanese Embassy in Manila said in a statement to NewsWatch Plus.

State broadcaster NHK reported that the victims were shot by an armed man as they were getting out of a taxi.

The assailant allegedly took their belongings before fleeing on a motorcycle with an accomplice.