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
Ilustre pawnshop robbery
Botched Davao Pawnshop heist exposes ‘Martilyo Gang’ links; Police close in on suspects
DAVAO CITY – The Ilustre Pawnshop heist, now considered one of the biggest robberies in Mindanao—was executed with military-like precision in just 1 minute and 40 seconds, according to sworn affidavits of the pawnshop employees. Investigators are now probing links to the notorious “Martilyo Gang”, a group known for swift, well-coordinated smash-and-grab robberies. The … [Read more...] about Botched Davao Pawnshop heist exposes ‘Martilyo Gang’ links; Police close in on suspects
