Sacks Recovered in Taal Could Be Fish Cage Anchors – Residents

Human bones recovered from Taal Lake in missing sabungeros search —Torre

Some of the recovered bones from Taal Lake during the search for missing sabungeros were human remains, Philippine National Police chief Police General Nicolas Torre III said on Monday.

Sacks recovered in Taal could be fish cage anchors – residents

The sacks recovered by divers in Taal Lake could be ordinary fish cage anchors and likely do not contain the remains of missing sabungeros or cockfighting enthusiasts, residents of the lakeside community said.The Philippine Coast Guard retrieved sacks filled with heavy material during dive operations last week, sparking speculation that they could be connected to the disappearance of sabungeros. However, locals say the sacks are commonly used to…

Witness to formally charge cops linked to missing ‘sabungeros’

MANILA – A key witness in the high-profile case of the missing sabungeros is set to file a formal complaint against several police officers allegedly involved in the abduction and presumed killing of at least 34 cockfighting enthusiasts. Julie “Dondon” Patidongan, also known as Totoy, confirmed his intent to file charges before the National Police […]

Evidence planting claims irk PCG; Taal fishers seek aid - Manila Standard

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) brushed aside allegations suggesting that the sacks of bones recovered from Taal Lake were "planted" in connection with

Emil Sumangil On His Absence Following Reports On "Missing Sabungeros": "Ako po ay buhay na buhay"

Emil Sumangil thanked people who messaged him Kapuso journalist Emil Sumangil said that he is very much alive amid worried messages he received because of her absence from his shows. To recall, Emil interviewed Julie “Dondon” Patidongan or Alias Totoy, the supposed “whistleblower” in the “missing sabungeros” case. During the interview, Patidongan named businessman Atong ... Read more The post Emil Sumangil On His Absence Following Reports On “Mi…

Emil Sumangil breaks silence after brief absence from GMA Network: ‘Ako po ay buhay na buhay’ - LionhearTV

Broadcast journalist Emil Sumangil has finally addressed public concerns following his sudden absence from GMA Network programs, particularly the primetime newscast ’24 Oras’, over the past few days. In two videos released by GMA Public Affairs on Saturday, July 12, Sumangil assured viewers that he is safe and well, putting an end to speculations triggered by his exposé on the missing sabungeros case. “Taos sa puso, ako po ay nagpapasalamat, kas…