A presiding judge of the Regional Trial Court Branch 2 in Isabela City, Basilan, was killed after unidentified motorcycle-riding gunmen opened fire on him along Tumaga-Putik Road in Zamboanga City early Thursday, November 12.
The victim was identified as Judge Joseph Wee-Sit, who was driving a red SUV when the suspects shot him at around 5:20 a.m. He was rushed to the Zamboanga Peninsula Medical Center but later succumbed to his injuries.
Police are investigating several angles, including the possibility that the killing was connected to controversial cases handled by the judge in Basilan, where he served as an RTC judge.
Meanwhile, Basilan Gov. Mujiv Hataman condemned the killing and urged authorities to immediately investigate the incident and identify those responsible, including the alleged masterminds behind the assassination.
The Integrated Bar of the Philippines also condemned the attack and called on authorities to ensure that justice is served for the slain judge and his family. Via Noning Antonio | Brigada News FM Zamboanga Duro
