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Philippine police hunt suspects after US marine biologist shot dead in Sibulan

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An American marine biologist, Kent Carpenter, was shot and killed in his home in Sibulan, Philippines, by three masked men who forced their way in. Police are searching for the suspects and have not released further details. The killing underscores security concerns for foreign nationals in the region.

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Why it matters

A 73-year-old was killed in his own home.

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Kent Carpenter, 73, was the victim.

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An American marine biologist was shot and killed by three men who barged into his house in the central Philippines over the weekend.

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  • A 73-year-old was killed in his own home.
  • His Filipino companion witnessed the murder.

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Plain English

An American marine biologist was shot and killed by three men who barged into his house in the central Philippines over the weekend and efforts were underway to apprehend the suspects, police said on Tuesday.

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An American marine biologist was shot and killed by three men who barged into his house in the central Philippines over the weekend.

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Kent Carpenter, 73, was the victim.

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The incident occurred in the coastal town of Sibulan in Negros Oriental province on Sunday night.

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Three men with covered faces forced their way into the house.

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One of the men drew a gun and shot Carpenter in the head, killing him instantly.

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Police are hunting the suspects.

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Carpenter was with his Filipino companion at the time of the attack.

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