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US marine biologist shot dead in Philippine home invasion

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Philippine police are searching for three masked assailants who broke into the home of American marine biologist Kent Carpenter in Sibulan, Negros Oriental. The 73-year-old scientist was shot and killed during the home invasion, which also left his companion injured. The suspects stole a laptop, cash, and a backpack before fleeing the scene. Authorities are investigating the motive and have notified the US Embassy in Manila. AI

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US marine biologist shot dead in Philippine home invasion

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

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

    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. Police said Kent Carpenter, 73, was with his Filipino companion in a ho…

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