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Riding-in-Tandem Gunmen Ambush Family in Lamitan City, Basilan
LAMITAN CITY, Basilan — A family narrowly escaped death after unidentified riding-in-tandem gunmen opened fire on their vehicle Sunday evening, May 24, in Sitio Bohe Iris, Barangay Parangbasak, triggering panic among residents and prompting intensified security operations in the area. Authorities said the shooting occurred at around 6:55 p.m. while victim Harie Angon and his…
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Farmer Nabbed, ₱170K Worth of Shabu Seized in Anti-Drug Operation in Maguindanao del Norte
A suspected drug pusher was arrested while more than ₱170,000 worth of suspected shabu was seized during an anti-drug operation conducted Sunday afternoon, May 24, in Barangay Dalumangcob, Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte. Authorities identified the suspect as 27-year-old Aga Dala Badtican, a farmer and resident of the municipality of Datu Odin Sinsuat. According to…
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Suspected Drug Personality Nabbed in Lanao del Sur; Over ₱1 Million Worth of Shabu Seized in Buy-Bust Operation
WAO, Lanao del Sur — Joint anti-drug operatives arrested a suspected drug personality and confiscated more than ₱1 million worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Purok 2, Barangay Eastern, Wao, Lanao del Sur on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Authorities identified the suspect only by his alias “Pagari,” a resident of Barangay Eastern,…
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Unexploded RPG Round Found in Maguindanao del Norte Village, Residents Alarmed
Residents of Barangay Tamontaka in the municipality of Datu Odin Sinsuat were alarmed after an unexploded Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) round was discovered on Sunday morning, May 24. According to initial reports, concerned residents immediately informed Barangay Chairwoman Bai Ivie Rose Sinsuat after spotting the explosive ordnance in the area. Barangay officials swiftly coordinated with…
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Army, MILF Leaders Strengthen Peace Ties in Lanao del Sur
BAYANG, Lanao del Sur — In a region once deeply marked by armed conflict and distrust, a simple gesture of dialogue and cooperation is steadily becoming a symbol of hope for lasting peace in the Bangsamoro homeland. On May 20, the 64th Infantry “Knights” Battalion of the Philippine Army carried out a coordination and goodwill…
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Riding-in-Tandem Gunmen Wound Shariff Aguak LGU Worker in Maguindanao del Sur
A casual employee of the local government unit of Shariff Aguak was injured after he was shot by unidentified riding-in-tandem gunmen in Barangay Mamasapano, Mamasapano at around 11:40 a.m. on Saturday, authorities said. The victim was identified as Kaharudin N. Saudagol, a resident of Barangay Tuka in Mamasapano. He is reportedly employed as a casual…
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Skeleton of Woman Allegedly Killed by Son-in-Law Recovered in Cotabato City After Eight Months
COTABATO CITY — Authorities have recovered the skeletal remains of a 39-year-old woman who was allegedly murdered by her own son-in-law and abandoned in a remote grassy fishpond area in Barangay Kalanganan 2, Cotabato City, in a crime that remained hidden for nearly eight months. The remains of the victim, identified as Arbaina Abdullah Guiapar,…
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Smuggled Cigarettes Worth Over ₱256K Seized in Tawi-Tawi Anti-Smuggling Operation
BONGAO, Tawi-Tawi — Authorities intercepted thousands of pesos worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes during a maritime anti-smuggling operation conducted at a mini port in Barangay Poblacion, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi on May 21, 2026. The operation was carried out by personnel of the Philippine National Police Maritime Group through the Tawi-Tawi Maritime Police Station in coordination with…
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Father Arrested in Marawi City for Alleged Abuse of Own Children; Faces Charges Under RA 7610 and VAWC Law
A man from the municipality of Balo-i, Lanao del Norte was arrested by authorities in Marawi City after allegedly abusing his own children in an incident that sparked outrage online and renewed calls for stronger protection of children and women against domestic violence. Authorities confirmed that the suspect is now under police custody while charges…
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Islamic Preacher Killed in Motorcycle Shooting in Datu Odin Sinsuat; Police Probe Ongoing
Authorities are now conducting a thorough investigation into the fatal shooting of an Islamic preacher in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte, in a brazen daylight attack that has raised alarm among residents in the area. The victim was identified as Ustadz Nasrudin Tungan Abubakar, an adult resident of Barangay Makir, Datu Odin Sinsuat. He…