DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Apollo Carreon Quiboloy, a figure who has drawn significant attention from both U.S. and Philippine authorities, is a controversial televangelist whose life and career have been marked by both prominence and legal troubles. Here is an overview of his background, financial holdings, and legal issues: Background and Founding Born on April 20, … [Read more...] about Who is Apollo Carreon Quiboloy? an overview of the controversial televangelist
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Mayor Roldan Benito Ambushed in Maguindanao del Sur
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Roldan Benito of the municipality of Datu Montawal was ambushed while traveling through the area. The attack, which resulted in the mayor's death, has sparked outrage and calls for justice from local officials and the community. Details of the Ambush According to initial reports, Mayor Benito was en route to a municipal function when his … [Read more...] about Mayor Roldan Benito Ambushed in Maguindanao del Sur
34 DCPO officers relieved by BGen Martinez find satisfaction in new assignments
DAVAO CITY, Philippines --- Thirty-four officers from the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) who were relieved on May 23 by Brigadier General Aligre Martinez are expressing contentment with their new assignments in various provinces in Davao Region. The officers were relieved by then Regional Director Martinez, as they investigated the killings involving suspected drug … [Read more...] about 34 DCPO officers relieved by BGen Martinez find satisfaction in new assignments
Discrepancies in Davao police logbooks question accuracy of low crime reports
Davao City, Philippines – Troubling inconsistencies in police logbooks have emerged, casting doubt on the credibility of Davao City's reported low crime rates. The Philippine National Police (PNP) Director for the Davao Region, Nicolas Torre III, has raised concerns about discrepancies between two police blotter logbooks from the Calinan Police Precinct, which cover the period … [Read more...] about Discrepancies in Davao police logbooks question accuracy of low crime reports
3rd DCPO director appointed within six hours by Camp Crame
DAVAO CITY, Philippines—On July 10, 2024, the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) appointed its third director within six hours. Newsline Philippines received a memorandum confirming the rapid changes in leadership. Patay assumed office at around 8 am on Wednesday, but a call from Camp Crame at approximately 12:38 pm abruptly ended his tenure. This unexpected call relieved him … [Read more...] about 3rd DCPO director appointed within six hours by Camp Crame