DAVAO CITY — Acting City Police Director Colonel Hansel Marantan debunked speculations that his assignment in Davao is politically motivated during a Thursday press conference, emphasizing his long record of pursuing criminals. Marantan firmly stated “Hindi ako mapupolitika Kailan man at hindi ako tao ng kung sinu-sino, na masama ang hangarin, ako ay tao ng mamamayang … [Read more...] about “I will never be cowed by politicians; I’m here to protect Davao” – Marantan
Davao Region
Davao pawnshop heist: A crime or a political battlefield
The recent robbery at Hannah’s Pawnshop in Ilustre triggered speculation, controversy, and political finger-pointing. What should have been seen as a straightforward criminal act is now at the center of an alleged political conspiracy. Netizens, acting as online investigators, have labeled the incident a "zarzuela"—a scripted drama allegedly orchestrated to smear Davao … [Read more...] about Davao pawnshop heist: A crime or a political battlefield
CIDG seizes PHP 21 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Davao del Sur
DAVAO CITY, Philippines – The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) seized an estimated PHP 21 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Malalag town, Davao del Sur during a law enforcement operation on March 6, 2024. The CIDG Davao del Sur Provincial Field Unit conducted the operation, in coordination with the Malalag Municipal Police Station. Authorities launched … [Read more...] about CIDG seizes PHP 21 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Davao del Sur
Davao bar condemns alleged unjust raid, vows legal action
DAVAO CITY—Noon Gastropub, a business establishment, has denounced an unjust raid that took place at its establishment in the early hours of March 1, 2025. In a social media post, the gastropub claimed that shortly after 1:00 AM, authorities forcibly detained patrons inside the venue, including those who were dining, and unfairly fined them. The post also alleged that the … [Read more...] about Davao bar condemns alleged unjust raid, vows legal action
Magnitude 5.4 earthquake jolts Southern and Central Mindanao
DAVAO CITY --- A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck Southern and Central Mindanao at 9:42 AM today, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS). Residents of Davao City felt the shaking ground while others felt the intensity while on their motorbikes. No Damage has been reported as of this posting. The Phivolcs reported that the … [Read more...] about Magnitude 5.4 earthquake jolts Southern and Central Mindanao
