DAVAO CITY --- Ten days from now, First Lieutenant April John Dadulla was set to walk down the aisle with his fiancée, a fellow fighter jet pilot. Their wedding was scheduled for March 15, a carefully planned celebration of love and commitment. However, duty called, and the official mission on the night of March 4 in the hinterlands of Bukidnon tragically shattered the … [Read more...] about A love cut short: First Lieutenant April John Dadulla’s sacrifice in service
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Military’s FA-50 fighter jet missing in Bukidnon
DAVAO CITY.—— The Provincial Police Command of Bukidnon confirmed that a FA-50 fighter jet went missing while traversing Mt. Katakungan in the province of Bukidnon earlier today. Police Colonel Jovit Cullaway told Newsline “It is missing and we cannot yet find the wreckage in Mt. Kalatungan.” Cullaway said the incident was located in Mt. Kalatungan not in Mt. Kitanglad as … [Read more...] about Military’s FA-50 fighter jet missing in Bukidnon
Paquibato police arest alleged NPA commander with multiple cases
DAVAO CITY – Police on Sunday arrested Larry Cabunilas, a suspected commander of the New People's Army (NPA), also known as "Ka Larry," who faces multiple charges including murder, homicide, arson, and grave threats. Major Janus Macli-ing, station chief of Paquibato identified the suspect as Cabunilas, a resident of Paquibato District, Davao City, has an outstanding warrant … [Read more...] about Paquibato police arest alleged NPA commander with multiple cases
PNP arrests 23, rescues 9 minors in crackdown on Federal Tribal Government of the Philippines
DAVAO CITY – Police authorities arrested 23 individuals, including the leader of the Federal Tribal Government of the Philippines (FTGP). They rescued nine minors during an operation in Purok 5, Barangay Sabang, Surigao City, on Thursday morning, February 20. Jorgeto Corpuz Santisas, also known as "Datu Adlaw," and Lourdes Infante Salinas, another group leader, were among … [Read more...] about PNP arrests 23, rescues 9 minors in crackdown on Federal Tribal Government of the Philippines
4ID reports key gains in regional peace and security at RLECC-10 meeting
DAVAO CITY – The 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division (4ID) of the Philippine Army outlined its accomplishments in bolstering peace and security in Northern Mindanao during the 4th Quarter Regional Law Enforcement Coordinating Committee (RLECC)-10 meeting, held on December 27, 2024, at the Multi-Purpose Hall, Camp Alagar, Lapasan. Lt. Col. Manuel B. Estanilla, Assistant Chief of … [Read more...] about 4ID reports key gains in regional peace and security at RLECC-10 meeting