DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 18 August 2026) — Officials from the Duterte family expressed sympathy and outrage over the shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University on Tuesday morning. Mayor Sebastian Duterte ordered tightened security in Davao City, particularly around schools, to ensure student safety. He extended condolences to the victims, their families, and the people of Zamboanga, emphasizing the city’s commitment to implementing security protocols in educational institutions. Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II, expressing personal outrage, highlighted the need for safety measures, stricter gun control, and attention to mental health. Second District Rep. Omar Duterte called the incident a failure in security systems and urged immediate action from government agencies to address campus security and gun control. ADZU confirmed two fatalities, including the underaged perpetrator, and urged the public to avoid sharing unverified information. (Yas D. Ocampo / MindaNews)
