Journalist in Philippines shot and killed while watching TV in store, police say
USA TodayNov 25, 2021
The Facts
Juan Jumalon, a radio host in the Philippines, was shot live on air on November 5, making him the 199th journalist to be killed in the country since 1986.
Jumalon, who went by the name "DJ Johnny Walker," was shot by an unknown attacker while broadcasting in his home in Calamba town in Misamis Occidental province. Police say that an investigation is ongoing to identify the gunman and see if the shooting was related to Jumalon's broadcast work or a personal matter.
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
Attacks on journalists can not be tolerated, and people who threaten the freedom of the press must face consequences. President Marcos and his administration fully support any and all efforts to find and prosecute those who committed this heinous crime. Manila is dedicated to halting this unacceptable trend of danger to members of the press across the Philippines.
Establishment-critical narrative
The Philippines is one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a journalist, and sadly this has not changed under the leadership of President Marcos. Manila has a historically awful record for prosecuting the killers of journalists. There are deep institutional issues nationwide that must be addressed to protect members of the media from heinous attacks like these.
