The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) has condemned the killing of veteran journalist and Publishers Association of the Philippines (PAPI) chairman emeritus Juan “Johnny” Dayang.
In a statement, PTFoMS Executive Director Undersecretary Jose Torres Jr. said the Philippine National Police (PNP) is investigating the incident to identify and arrest the suspects.
“We are closely coordinating with all concerned agencies to ensure the immediate resolution of this case,” said Torres.
Dayang, 89, was shot by an unidentified gunman inside his home in Kalibo, Aklan, around 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29. He was rushed to Dr. Rafael S. Tumbokon Memorial Hospital but was declared dead on arrival.
Torres extended his condolences to Dayang’s family and loved ones.
“We stand in solidarity with the media community as we mourn the passing of Mr. Dayang, a figure regarded as a pillar of Philippine journalism whose contributions greatly enriched our democratic discourse,” he said.
“His legacy will continue to inspire future generations of journalists in their pursuit of truth and justice.” IMT
