Zamboanga vote-buying rush kills two elderly people

Two elderly individuals died in Zamboanga City during a crowded political gathering, prompting investigations into potential vote-buying activities ahead of Monday's elections. The deaths occurred at a poll watchers' orientation, where an 80-year-old woman and a 65-year-old man collapsed amid the dense crowd and died from respiratory distress. Authorities are monitoring similar gatherings, suspecting they are being used as a cover for vote-buying. Election officials and police are increasing surveillance, while the central bank has issued guidelines for financial institutions to monitor suspicious transactions. These measures aim to prevent vote-buying through digital platforms and other means.