2 suspected gunrunners slain in Rizal sting

MANILA, Philippines — Two suspected gunrunners were killed in a sting in Pililla, Rizal yesterday.

The Philippine National Police Anti-Kidnapping Group said Jake Pingal Anden and his unidentified cohort drew their guns when they sensed they had transacted with undercover agents in Barangay Halayhayin at around 3:05 a.m.

The suspects were also tagged in robbery, contract killing, carjacking and kidnapping incidents in the province.

Five caliber .45 pistols, a motorcycle and marked money were reportedly recovered from the fatalities.

Police have launched a manhunt for the leader of the gang, identified as Ryan de la Cruz.