Drone footage exposes alleged illegal mining in Misamis Oriental, sparks probe on use of provincial equipment
INITAO, Misamis Oriental — April 17, 2026 — A deepening controversy over alleged illegal mining operations has gripped Barangay Sinalac…
10 Arrested, ₱50.5-M Worth of Equipment Seized in Major Illegal Mining Bust in Surigao del Sur
BUTUAN CITY — Authorities dismantled a large-scale illegal mining operation in Cantilan, Surigao del Sur, in a decisive, intelligence-driven crackdown…
Task Force Banlas Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Mining in Tampakan, Seizes Equipment, Restores River Clarity
TAMPAKAN, South Cotabato — Authorities have intensified their campaign against illegal hydraulic mining or “banlas” following a successful two-day operation…
Four Arrested, ₱612K Worth of Mineral Ores Seized in Anti-Illegal Mining Operation in Zamboanga del Sur
DUMINGAG, Zamboanga del Sur — Authorities arrested four individuals and confiscated more than half a million pesos worth of mineral…
Two Arrested, Minor Rescued in Anti-Illegal Mining Operation in Agusan del Sur
PROSPERIDAD, Agusan del Sur — Authorities arrested two individuals and rescued a minor during a joint anti-illegal mining operation conducted…
4 Suspects Arrested for Illegal Mining in Surigao del Norte; Equipment, Mineral Ores Seized
SURIGAO DEL NORTE, Philippines — Authorities arrested four individuals allegedly involved in illegal mining activities in the municipality of Placer…
Four Arrested, ₱12M Worth of Equipment and Quarry Materials Seized in Anti-Illegal Quarrying Operation in Misamis Oriental
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Authorities arrested four individuals and confiscated vehicles and quarry materials worth approximately ₱12 million during…
Four Arrested, Over P4.5-M Worth of Copper Ore Seized in Anti-Illegal Mining Operation in Agusan del Norte
Authorities arrested four men and seized more than ₱4.5 million worth of suspected illegally sourced copper ore during a late-night…
Two Chinese Nationals Nabbed in Zamboanga del Norte Over Unauthorized Gold Processing Operation
CAMP SANG-AN, Zamboanga del Sur — Authorities apprehended two Chinese nationals in Zamboanga del Norte after uncovering their alleged involvement…
Retired Policeman, 7 Others Arrested in Alleged Illegal Mining Operation in Misamis Oriental
OPOL, Misamis Oriental — Authorities arrested a retired police officer and seven other individuals during a joint law enforcement operation…