CNN
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Hundreds of casino guests at a resort complex in Manila ran in a panic early Friday as the sounds of gunfire erupted and smoke from a fire filled the room.
It was initially feared the attack was terror-related, but Philippines police later said robbery was the likely motive.
Main developments:
- Suspect set himself alight in resort hotel room, police said.
- Only one suspect was involved in the incident, contrary to early reports.
- People jumped from windows to escape gunman who started firing in casino.
- Reports of injuries as people pushed to get out of the building.