Wankette 9: Diasen

Kalinga Vice-Governor Rommel Diasen, the candidate in the gubernatorial race here, was shot dead while delivering a speech in the barangay hall of Magnao village in the capital town of Tabuk at about 1 pm today. A lone gunman shot Diasen at close range, initial report said. Diasen was reportedly shot at the mouth, chest and nape. An old woman was also injured by a stray bullet. The gunman was able to escape but there are reportedly witnesses. Initial reprots also said that the gunman used a 45 caliber pistol. Diasen (Lakas CMP) is meeting Rep. Laurence Wacnang (NPC Lakas Kampi LP) and Warren Luyaben in the gubernatorial race. Diasen was expected to file his candidacy for congressman but decided to fight Wacnang, who is on his three terms as congressman. Incumbent Gov. Dominador Belac earlier bowed out from the expected contest with Wacnang and Diasen was the last minute candidate.