MANILA – Datu Andal Uy Ampatuan Jr. was found guilty on 21 counts of graft by the Sandiganbayan's Sixth Division on Thursday, November 23. The court, in a 96-page decision, ruled that Ampatuan violated the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act. For each count of graft, Ampatuan has been sentenced to a prison term ranging from six years and one month to 10 years. Ampatuan, who … [Read more...] about Ampatuan Jr. Convicted on 21 Counts of Graft
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Basilan governor calls for urgent crime fighting measures
BASILAN – Governor Jim Salliman-Hataman of Basilan is urging security forces, notably the 101st Brigade led by BGen. Alvin Luzon, to develop comprehensive, preemptive strategies to address the escalating criminal activities within the province. The governor's plea came during an emergency meeting with Gen. Luzon at the brigade headquarters in response to the recent upsurge … [Read more...] about Basilan governor calls for urgent crime fighting measures
Bangsamoro peace process advances: TPMT’s 8th public report unveiled
DAVAO CITY — In commemoration of the 14th anniversary of the Maguindanao Massacre, a moment of silence was observed to pay tribute to the victims. Concurrently, the 2nd Marine Brigade (2MBde) celebrated its post-73rd Marine Birthday on November 17, 2023, under the leadership of BGen. Romeo T. Racadio PN(M), at the 2MBde Headquarters. Lt. Gen. William N. Gonzales PA, Commander … [Read more...] about Bangsamoro peace process advances: TPMT’s 8th public report unveiled
Davao police launches special investigation task group following businessman’s killing
DAVAO CITY – The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has taken swift action in the wake of the recent shooting incident at KM5, Buhangin, Davao City, forming a Special Investigation Task Group (SITG) named 'CASTILLONES' to accelerate the investigation into the killing of businessman Giselo Velasco Castillones. "In response to the shooting incident…at KM5, Buhangin, Davao … [Read more...] about Davao police launches special investigation task group following businessman’s killing
Mindanao still shaking: Over 120 aftershocks follow recent quake
MANILA — The powerful earthquake that jolted Mindanao last week has left a trail of aftershocks, with the count reaching at least 120 as reported by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Thursday. Phivolcs Director Teresito Bacolcol revealed that only six of these aftershocks were perceptible, or able to be felt, with the bigest recording a … [Read more...] about Mindanao still shaking: Over 120 aftershocks follow recent quake
