DAVAO CITY — A minor visiting the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) and a BJMP officer were injured during a hostage-taking incident in Digos City, Davao del Sur, at approximately 12:29 p.m. on Sunday, October 20. According to Police Colonel Florence Reyes, chief of the Digos City Police, the incident occurred during the BJMP's family day celebration. Armed with … [Read more...] about Two injured in Digos City hostage crisis
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No cash reward in drug war, says Duterte
DAVAO CITY — There is no truth to the claim that former President Rodrigo Duterte provided cash reward system in the implementation of his administration's controversial war on drugs. Duterte's comments came in response to allegations made by retired police colonel Royina Garma, who stated that officers were rewarded with up to P1 million per kill under the so-called Davao … [Read more...] about No cash reward in drug war, says Duterte
15 Killed, One wounded in Maguindanao del Norte encounter
DAVAO CITY — The Western Mindanao Command confirmed today that seven individuals were killed in a clash that occurred on Friday, October 19 in the waters off Barangay Tagudtungan, Bongo Island, Parang, Maguindanao del Norte. Reports indicate that the confrontation involved the group led by Barangay Captain Tamano Argasi and factions led by Commander Paradise and Commander … [Read more...] about 15 Killed, One wounded in Maguindanao del Norte encounter
Teachers’ dormitory in Davao Oriental town catches fire
DAVAO CITY --- The students, residents, and teachers of Sangab National High School are grieving the loss of their Teachers' Dormitory, which was tragically consumed by fire earlier today, October 19, 2024. Located in Sitio Sangab, Barangay Pichon, in the municipality of Caraga, Davao Oriental, the dormitory served as a crucial refuge for educators assigned to this remote … [Read more...] about Teachers’ dormitory in Davao Oriental town catches fire
Former police officer shot dead in Kidapawan City
KIDAPAWAN CITY — A former police officer was shot and killed in a tragic incident this evening, October 18. Kidapawan City Police identified the victim as Police Corporal Rolinda Tabamo, 31 years old. According to police reports, Tabamo was gunned down by an assailant riding a motorcycle while standing outside her laundry shop located on Datu Ingkal Street in the … [Read more...] about Former police officer shot dead in Kidapawan City
