Businessman shot dead

Cyrus Galanza, 44, was walking along a street in Barangay Batasan Hills when the assailant fired at him at around 6:25 p.m., according to the Batasan police station 6.
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MANILA, Philippines — Police have launched a manhunt for a man who allegedly shot dead a businessman in Quezon City on Sunday night.

Cyrus Galanza, 44, was walking along a street in Barangay Batasan Hills when the assailant fired at him at around 6:25 p.m., according to the Batasan police station 6.

A witness told probers that he was inside his house when he heard gunshots.

When the witness went outside, he saw Galanza slumped on the ground with gunshots to the body.

The victim was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Police said they are looking for leads to determine the identity of the gunman who fled after the attack. Probers have yet to determine the motive for the shooting.

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