DAVAO CITY (July 25) — A 25-year-old construction worker tragically died after falling into a hole at the construction site of the Samal Island–Davao City Connector (SIDC) Bridge in Purok 2, Barangay Caliclic, Babak District, Island Garden City of Samal. The incident occurred around 9:10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2025, while the victim, identified as Welmar Melicio Lagunsay, … [Read more...] about Construction Worker Dies After Falling Into Hole at Samal-Davao Bridge Site
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Remulla: Taal lake search for missing “sabungeros” set to start
MANILA (July 8) — Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said Monday that the search for the remains of the missing “sabungeros” (cockfight enthusiasts) allegedly dumped in Taal Lake could begin within the week. Speaking to reporters, Remulla confirmed that technical dives and mapping of the lake bed will proceed despite recent volcanic eruptions. “We’re asking them to … [Read more...] about Remulla: Taal lake search for missing “sabungeros” set to start
45 anyos ng lalaki sikop sa buy bust operation
DAKBAYAN SA DAVAO (Hulyo 5) - Usa ka 45 anyos nga lalaki ang nasikop sa gihimong buy bust operation didto sa Purok 21, Libtong, Barangay Central, Manay sa Davao Oriental,bandang alas 7:35 sa buntag, Hulyo5 . Giila sa kapulisan ang suspek nga usa ka alyas "Ongkit". Sa impormasyon nga gi[agawas sa PDEA-XI, gisaysay niini nga napalitan ang suspetsado og usa ka sachet nga … [Read more...] about 45 anyos ng lalaki sikop sa buy bust operation
Marantan bids farewell to DCPO, vows continued service in new peacebuilding role
DAVAO CITY (July 3)— After nearly a year at the helm of the Davao City Police Office (DCPO), Acting Director PCol. Hansel Marantan attended his final flag-raising ceremony on Monday, marking the end of his eventful tenure with a message of gratitude, humility, and pride. Speaking before DCPO personnel, local officials, and stakeholders, Marantan thanked the men and women of … [Read more...] about Marantan bids farewell to DCPO, vows continued service in new peacebuilding role
PNP officer nabbed in ₱552K cigarette smuggling bust in Lanao del Norte
DAVAO CITY (July 3)— In a pre-dawn checkpoint operation on July 2, 2025, law enforcement personnel seized ₱552,000 worth of smuggled cigarettes and arrested three suspects, including an active member of the Philippine National Police (PNP). The operation took place around 3:30 a.m. to 6:40 a.m. at Purok 1, Barangay Butadon, as part of a routine random checkpoint by the 2nd … [Read more...] about PNP officer nabbed in ₱552K cigarette smuggling bust in Lanao del Norte
