Senior Citizens party-list Rep. Datol passes away

Senior Citizens party-list Rep. Francisco Datol Jr. died Monday, the House of Representatives confirmed in a statement.

"It is with deep sadness that we inform you that Cong. Jun Datol passed away a few hours ago," House secretary Jose Montales said.

"We will give you the details as soon as we receive them. May he rest in peace. Our heartfelt condolences to his loved ones."