Tag: 36 dead

Resorts World Manila issues statement on attack

(Eagle News) — The management of the hotel where police said 36 people were killed after a deranged armed man who tried to rob the casino there set furniture and other items on fire, then killed himself, issued a statement on Friday, neither admitting nor denying any security lapses on their part. “Security lapses? We had an armed intruder who entered into the property, he fired his firearm, he was in combat attire. Security inside the premises do […]

NCRPO chief Albayalde: 36 dead in Pasay hotel fire; Lone gunman who tried to rob casino and caused fire also kills self

(Eagle News) — Thirty six people died from suffocation in a hotel in Pasay, where a lone gunman who tried to rob the casino there burnt furniture and other items to try to escape. National Capital Region Police Office chief Oscar Albayalde said in a television interview that 54 people were also injured–18 of which had to be rushed to the hospital—in a stampede that ensued following sight of the suspect who barged inside  Resorts World Manila carrying the baby […]