Nagpaabot agad kahapon ng pakikiramay ang Palasyo ng Malacañang sa mga naulila ng mga naging biktima ng insidente sa Resorts World (RW).
“The Palace wishes to express its deep condolences to the families and friends of the victims of the Resorts World Manila’s latest incident,” bahagi ng ipinalabas na statement ng Palasyo ng Malacañang sa pamamagitan ni Presidential Spokesman Ernesto Abella.
Isa rin umanong criminal act, ayon kay Abella, ang pangyayari at hindi isang act of terrorism.
Nagpalabas naman ng press statement ang Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) hinggil sa nangyari sa RW.
“The unfortunate incident that happened in Resorts World Manila (RWM) early Friday is an isolated case of random violence and was caused by a foreign-looking man who appeared to be deranged. The suspect had the intention to commit robbery and used fire as a diversion.
Contrary to some reports, the incident was not an act of terrorism and should not be treated as such.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has been closely coordinating with the management of RWM and other licensees and casinos, as well as the authorities to ensure the safety of all guests and employees.
PAGCOR humbly requests for prayers and consideration during these trying times and assures everyone that PAGCOR, together with all stakeholders, is placing utmost importance to this matter.”
Samantala, sa ipinalabas na official statement ng Resorts World Manila, narito ang mga kumpirmadong namatay:
EMPLOYEES
1. Hazel Yangco
2. Jellah Ramos
3. Melvin Herrera
4. Arvi Gavino
5. BJ Pagsibigan
6. Rojie S Uy
7. Jessica Alindogan
8. Merylle Gwen Ala
9. Lea Grace Mozo
10. Loudette Santos
11. Kay Nuguerra
At 2 hindi pa nakikilala.
GUESTS
1. Caccam Katherine Cervantes
2. P Ling Hung Lee
3. Pacita Guillermo Comquilla
4. Pomenciano Vargas Jr.
5. Susan Abulencia
6. Lai Wei Chung
7. Jaime Gaboy Jr.
8. Ariel Abrogar
9. Lai Yu Cheeh
10. Cliff Reyneira
11. Rolando Pena Sison
12. Eluterio Reyes
13. Antonina Yuzon Allanigue
14. Sheila Malicse
15. Carmelita Taylo Delacruz
16. Mielle Oliveros
17. Pamela Silvestre
18. Elizabeth Gonzales
At apat na hindi pa nakikilala.