Alicia “Mima Alicia” Lipata, a 24-year-old vlogger, was killed and her live-in partner, a 25-year-old known as “Tapong,” was wounded after two unidentified gunmen attacked their home in Caloocan City before dawn on Friday, July 17. The Northern Police District (NPD) reports the shooting took place at approximately 3:06 a.m. inside the couple’s rented residence in Tierra Nova Subdivision, Barangay 171, before the suspects fled the scene on a motorcycle.
Investigation Into Task Group “MIMA”
The Northern Police District and the Caloocan City Police Station have established Special Investigation Task Group “MIMA” to oversee the case. NPD director Brig. Gen. Benliner Capili has ordered the task group to utilize all available intelligence and investigative resources to identify the perpetrators and determine a motive for the attack. As part of the ongoing inquiry, investigators are currently reviewing closed-circuit television footage recovered from the surrounding area.
Did You Know? The investigation is being led by a dedicated task group specifically named “MIMA” after the victim, reflecting the priority placed on the case by the Northern Police District.
Sequence of Events in Caloocan City
According to police accounts, the two armed suspects entered the victims’ home and opened fire. Investigators believe both Lipata and her partner attempted to escape the residence following the initial gunfire. Lipata was discovered deceased on the road outside, while her partner was transported to Camarin Doctors Hospital for treatment of his gunshot wounds by the owner of the property they were renting.
Next Steps for Authorities
The NPD has issued a public appeal for anyone with relevant information to coordinate with the Caloocan City Police Station. Officials have assured the public that any shared information will be handled with strict confidentiality as the search for the two suspects continues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the victims of the shooting?
The fatality is identified as 24-year-old vlogger Alicia “Mima Alicia” Lipata. Her partner, a 25-year-old known by the alias “Tapong,” was wounded in the attack.
When and where did the incident occur?
The shooting took place at approximately 3:06 a.m. on Friday, July 17, inside the couple’s rented home in Tierra Nova Subdivision, Barangay 171, Caloocan City.
What is the status of the investigation?
A special task group, “MIMA,” has been formed by the Northern Police District and the Caloocan City Police Station to investigate the shooting, review CCTV footage, and locate the two suspects who fled the scene on a motorcycle.
What measures are being taken to ensure the safety of witnesses who might provide information to the police?
