Khymer Adan Olaso

Khymer Adan Olaso is the current Mayor of Zamboanga, a city in the southern Philippines. He has recently become newsworthy due to his public statements regarding a tragic school shooting incident. On a Tuesday, a high school student opened fire at a school on the Ateneo de Zamboanga campus. Mayor Olaso confirmed to DZMM radio that the casualties included two students, one of whom was the gunman. Reports indicate the suspect was armed with two firearms and may have been live-streaming the attack with a body camera. Hundreds of students were evacuated to safety following the incident. Mayor Olaso's statements provide official confirmation and details about the event, highlighting his role in addressing public safety concerns within his jurisdiction.