Monday, November 26, 2012

US Embassy denounces fatal stabbing of spouse of American diplomat

From GMANews (Nov 26): US Embassy denounces fatal stabbing of spouse of American diplomat

The United States Embassy on Monday denounced the killing of the spouse of an American diplomat in Makati City over the weekend and called for an early resolution of the case. In a statement, the embassy said it “condemns the violent attack that led to the led to the death of a member of the U.S. Mission to the Philippines on November 24 in Makati.” It said the victim “was the beloved spouse of a U.S. Embassy staff member and a father of three.” In a post on its Facebook page, the embassy uploaded an image of the American flag with a message extending condolences to the victim's family. "We mourn the loss of a beloved member of our Embassy Family. Our heartfelt condolences to his family," it said.  Several netizens posted their sympathies on the Facebook post. More than 40 had done so as of noon. While the Embassy did not name the victim, the Makati City police identified him as George Anikow. Meanwhile, Makati City police head Senior Superintendent Manuel Lukban Jr. said the US Embassy appeared to be satisfied so far with the way police are handling the case. "Continuous nila mino-monitor ang insidente, nakita nila very fair ang investigation," Lukban said in an interview on dzBB radio. "Wala silang naging negative comment," he added. “We appreciate the close cooperation of the Philippine authorities in a careful and speedy investigation and prosecution of this crime, so that the perpetrators may be brought to justice,” the embassy said in its statement......
 

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