Palace condoles with kin of victims in Florida shooting

February 15, 2018

Malacanang offered on Thursday a moment of silence for victims of mass shooting that transpired in Florida, United States where 17 people were killed.

In a press briefing, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said the Philippine government condemns the incident, saying "violence has no place in society."

"We condole with the families and friends of the victims. Five seconds, moment of silence please," he said.

At least 17 people, including children, were killed when a former student made a shooting spree at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on Wednesday.

The recent incident is considered as among the 10 deadliest mass shooting in modern US history. Celerina Monte/DMS