DAVAO CITY – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on March 11, 2025, upon his arrival at Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, following the issuance of an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant for crimes against humanity related to his administration's controversial war on drugs. Members of the International Police (Interpol) and the … [Read more...] about Former Philippine President Duterte arrested in Manila
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150 additional police officers deployed to Davao City for Araw ng Davao security
DAVAO CITY – An additional 150 police officers from the Caraga Region Police Regional Office (PRO XIII) and newly graduated Special Action Force (SAF) personnel arrived in Davao City on March 10, 2025, to support security operations during the Araw ng Davao celebration and assist in the ongoing anti-criminality campaign. Acting Davao City Police Office (DCPO) Director … [Read more...] about 150 additional police officers deployed to Davao City for Araw ng Davao security
Tagum Police vows justice for 17-year-old girl found dead after 5 years
DAVAO CITY – Authorities in Tagum City are intensifying efforts to track down a photographer accused of killing a 17-year-old girl who went missing five years ago. Police Lt. Col. Wildmar Tui, Tagum City Police Chief, confirmed that documents are being gathered to formally file a case against the suspect, who allegedly murdered and buried the victim, Queenie Grace … [Read more...] about Tagum Police vows justice for 17-year-old girl found dead after 5 years
“I will never be cowed by politicians; I’m here to protect Davao” – Marantan
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 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
