DAVAO CITY — The Police Regional Office (PRO) XI will deploy personnel to ensure the safety of participants in the upcoming synchronized international solidarity rally on March 28, which coincides with the birthday of former president Rodrigo Duterte. Major Catherine Dela Rey, spokesperson for the regional command, confirmed that police forces will be stationed to secure the … [Read more...] about Police ready to provide security for Davao rally on Duterte’s birthday
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Retired ship captain found dead in Davao City home; house helper missing
DAVAO CITY – A 62-year-old retired ship captain, who also owned a medical laboratory, was found dead inside his home in Buhangin, Davao City, on Saturday afternoon, March 15, 2025. According to a police report, the victim’s wife and child were in Manila at the time. Concerned after multiple unanswered calls, the wife asked an employee from their medical laboratory to check … [Read more...] about Retired ship captain found dead in Davao City home; house helper missing
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
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
Man who claimed to be “Bulletproof” injured after shot by drinking companion
DAVAO CITY — A 50-year-old man, who had loudly claimed he was "bulletproof" and identified himself as a "Kublan," was injured after being shot in the knee by his drinking companion in Purok New Visayas, Barangay Acacia. Mandug Police Station Chief Major Rejie Torrita explained that during a drinking session, the victim's boastful remarks reportedly provoked his companion. In … [Read more...] about Man who claimed to be “Bulletproof” injured after shot by drinking companion
