Mayor's son survives bar shooting, suspect still at large
A son of an Iloilo town mayor who was shot early Saturday morning in a local nightspot survived the injuries following the successful operation over the weekend.
The victim, Rogen Balasico, son of San Rafael Mayor Ronnie Balasico has been transferred from intensive care unit (ICU) to a regular room at the Iloilo Doctor's Hospital (IDH). His assailant though remains at large with authorities still working for an arrest or surrender.
In a report, The News Today gathered that the 21 year-old mayor's son was shot at close range by the security guard of Calzada Bar Grill and Restaurant.Police identified the suspected shooter as Eladio Prior though sources said at least four more bar workers took part in the melee that led to the shooting.
The incident took place minutes after the mayor's son was refused and prevented re-entry into the bar. This refusal apparently irked the victim who pushed the security guard and when seen by fellow workers, went to the guard's rescue.
A commotion then ensued that led to the beating of the victim and when seen approaching his car, was shot upon by the said guard. Other reports said the guard was ordered to shoot though it was not clear who made such call.