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Missing man found dead in Barangay Bonbon
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 50-year-old man who had been missing for two weeks was found dead in Sitio Golivas, Barangay Bonbon, Cebu City. The victim was identified as Adriano Fuentes Durano, a resident of Kiniasan, Barangay Bonbon, Cebu City. Police Major Philip John Libres, chief of Malubog Police Community Precinct, stated that on Tuesday.....»»
17 killed as truck loaded with sand collides with passenger van
COTABATO CITY (MindaNews /25 March) – Seventeen persons were killed when a truck loaded with sand collided with a passenger van in Antipas, North Cotabato Monday noon. Captain Godofredo Tupas, Chief of Police of Antipas town said the collision happened along a curve at the boundary of Barangay Greenhills and Lohong at 12:48 p.m. The van […].....»»
Nursing student killed after SUV flips over in Balamban road accident
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A nursing student died after the sport utility vehicle she was driving with 10 of her classmates onboard, flipped over while she tried to evade another vehicle in Barangay Gaas, Balamban town in western Cebu on Thursday afternoon, March 21, 2024. The road accident happened at around 5:30 p.m. along the.....»»
Big Yellow Boxing Gym to host amateur fight card in Danao for Sinulog Festival
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Big Yellow Boxing Gym will host an amateur boxing event in line with the festivities of Sr. Sto. Niño and the Sinulog Festival on January 14, 2024, at the Sto. Niño in Barangay Sabang, Danao City, northern Cebu. This announcement comes from Big Yellow Boxing Gym’s chief trainer, Christopher “Ping-Ping” Tepora. The.....»»
Dead man, with wounds in head and face, found in Balamban
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The dead man, who was believed to have been beaten using a hard object, was found at around 7:00 a.m. on Friday in Sitio Buliring, Barangay Abucayan in Balamban town in western Cebu. Police Lieutenant Colonel Joey Bicoy, Balamban Police Station chief, said that they found wounds possibly caused by being.....»»
Spanish national, who went missing, found dead under 14 feet of seawater in Moalboal
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A Spanish national, who went missing while snorkeling off the seawaters of Barangay Basdiot, Moalboal town on October 26, was found by rescuers under 14 feet of water a day after he went missing. Police Captain Etelmerto Timagos, chief of the Moalboal Police Station, in a phone interview with CDN Digital.....»»
Village chief aspirant dies in ambush
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Lanao del Sur Provincial Police on Wednesday reported that a barangay chairperson candidate in Barangay Sigayan, Kapatagan town in Lanao del Sur was killed while his wife and son were injured after armed men ambushed them. Lanao del Sur Provincial Police director Col. Robert S. Daculan identified the fatality as Kamar Bilao Bansil, who is running for barangay chairperson in Barangay Sigayan in the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections. Meantime, the fatality’s wife — identified as Jasmin and his son Manmo — both sustained gunshot wounds in different parts of their bodies. They were immediately rushed to a hospital by policemen and emergency responders from the Kapatagan local government unit. Daculan also identified the leader of the armed group as Pabil Pagrangan, the husband of Sigayan’s incumbent village chair. Initial reports disclosed that Bansil was driving his multi-cab vehicle with his wife and son on board when they were fired upon by the group of Pagrangan who positioned themselves along the road of Sigayan. Bansil was supposed to contest the re-election bid of Pagrangan’s wife, the incumbent barangay chair of Sigayan. Daculan said policemen are now conducting a hot pursuit operation against Pagrangan who fled with his cohorts to the different directions after the incident. The post Village chief aspirant dies in ambush appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Police identify persons of interest in ambush attempt on Misamis Occidental Gov.
The Philippine National Police on Wednesday said they now have persons of interest in the attempt on the life of Misamis Occidental Governor Henry Oaminal. PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo, said they could not give the details yet or identities of the people behind the detonation of an improvised explosive device when Oaminal and his group narrowly escaped death during a highway explosion in Clarin town while en route to Ozamiz City less than an hour before midnight on 15 October. Fajardo however said that they are now tracking a vehicle that was spotted in Barangay Lapasan in Clarin town before the ambush try. Fajardo added that investigation revealed that the IED used also has traces of ammonium nitrate and was triggered by a cellular phone. Investigators, the police official said, also are not discounting that the attempt on the life of Oaminal may have been politically motivated. Security precautions were beefed up in the province and other places where the governor frequently visits. Fajardo added that PNP Chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. has instructed all the local police chiefs in the area to coordinate with the local executives to prevent similar untoward incidents. Governor Oaminal, on the other hand, said earlier that crime groups wanted him out because of the progress of the province in terms of peace and order. The attack on his life, Oaminal said, was orchestrated by those who are behind narco-politics trying to make a comeback in the province. The post Police identify persons of interest in ambush attempt on Misamis Occidental Gov. appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
LTO-7 opens new district office in Liloan, Cebu
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Residents in the northern part of Cebu need not to travel far as the new Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO-7) opened its new district office in Liloan town. The LTO-7 Liloan district office was inaugurated on October 13, 2023, Friday, and its operations started officially on Monday, October 16. The Liloan district office is the 16th LTO district office in the region. It is located at the second level of Pier 88 in Barangay Cogon Poblacion, Liloan, Cebu. According to LTO, it is also the 33rd office of LTO-7 region-wide including extension, licensing, driver’s license renewal, and mobile offices. LTO-7 Regional Director Glen Galario said that all licenses and registrations can now be availed through the said new office. READ: LTO-7 district office in Mandaue City reopens According to Congressman Duke Frasco, the establishment of the new LTO district office is in accordance with Republic Act 11741 which is an act that mandates establishing a district branch of the LTO in the Municipality of Liloan. Frasco said in his Facebook post that the opening of the new LTO-7 district office in the municipality seeks “to give convenience to motorists for transportation-related transactions.” Can accomodate 50 people “They do not need to go to the city to get their licenses and process their renewal for registration because we already have a new office in Liloan, this will be a big help to our clients in Northern Cebu,” Galario said. READ MORE: How to get a new driver’s license The district office can accommodate up to 50 people in one sitting and is open from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. According to the LTO, during the inauguration, the first customer who renewed her driver’s license only took less than 30 minutes to get her driver’s license with a 10-year validity. Free of rent LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor Mendoza II was present in its grand opening on Friday, and he was joined by Galario, Liloan Mayor Aljew Fernando Frasco, Topline CEO Erik Eugene C. Lim, and Pier 88 Ventures COO Kyle Gregory Uy. During the opening, Galario revealed that LTO is not paying any rental fees in its new office in Liloan. “We are always grateful for partnerships like this because aside from the easy access for the public, it is also very comfy and convenient,” said Galario. /bmjo READ MORE:.....»»
Jansen shooting: Police hunt carpenter accused of shooting neighbor during fistfight
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Police here are hot on the trail of a 52-year-old carpenter accused of shooting a neighbor after getting hit with a stick during a fistfight in Barangay Basak San Nicolas, Cebu City on Monday, October 16, 2023. They are also coordinating with the family of the alleged suspect to convince him to turn himself over to the authorities. This was according to Police Major Jonathan Bethooven Nifiel Taneo, chief of Mambaling Police Station, who spoke to CDN Digital in a phone interview. The shooting suspect was identified as 52-year-old Roger Tanduyan, a carpenter and a resident of Sitio Kanipaan, Barangay Basak Pardo, Cebu City. Tanduyan is accused of shooting his neighbor whom he got into a fight while in Jansen Street in Barangay Basak-San Nicolas around 8:40 a.m. on Monday. Taneo said that they are coordinating with the suspect’s family to convince him to surrender himself to the police. READ: Woman shot dead while doing laundry inside home in Cebu City “Nakipagcoordinate na ta sa iyang pamilya para, usa sa atong tumong is mapa-surrender. Aside ana, padayon atong pagpangita sa suspetsado kay allegedly, niadto man daw ni sa iyahang relatives,” he stated. He added that the hot-pursuit operation is ongoing to arrest Tanduyan who is allegedly hiding with some relatives. Taneo, however, chose not to divulge where the alleged suspect is believed to be hiding as the operation is ongoing. He also narrated that the shooting incident happened after the alleged suspect got into a fistfight with the victim whom he had been on bad terms with for a long time. The victim was identified as 64-year-old Joventer Margaha, jobless and a resident of Sitio Lusimba in the said barangay. The police report revealed that Margaha was standing in the area when he was suddenly approached by Tanduyan. The two then engaged in a fistfight which escalated after Margaha grabbed a wooden stick and hit Tanduyan with it. Tanduyan then drew a firearm of unknown caliber and shot the victim once, according to Taneo. Tanduyan allegedly shot the victim once on his back which caused the latter to fall to the ground. He then fled the crime scene. READ: Love triangle eyed as motive behind fatal shooting in Hipodromo The shooting incident was reported to the Mambaling Police Station by a concerned citizen minutes after. Responding officers along with personnel from the Barangay Peace and Safety.....»»
Balamban shooting: Police after riding in tandem behind killing of barangay councilor
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Police said a motorcycle tandem is behind the shooting to death of an incumbent barangay councilor in Barangay Prenza in Balamban, Cebu late Thursday afternoon, October 5, 2023. The victim was identified as 60-year-old Anastacio Pacquaio, an incumbent councilor of Barangay Cansomoroy, who also previously worked as the chief barangay tanod......»»
New mission: BuCor reform
Following his tenure as chief of staff in the Armed Forces of the Philippines in 2015, retired four-star General Gregorio Pio Catapang chose to settle in Pampanga. Here, he embraced a simpler life as a farmer, relishing in the delights of native chicken, fresh produce, and the serene natural surroundings. “I am an environmentalist, so I decided to stay in Arayat, Pampanga, to be a farmer upon my retirement in October 2015, and I prayed, ‘Lord, it has been mission accomplished, so give me a new mission,’” Catapang narrated. The former military chief, the AFP’s 45th from July 2014 to 2015, is not a stranger to close encounters with mortality. Throughout his extensive service in the Philippine Army, from graduating from the Philippine Military Academy in 1981, he has endured several clashes with enemies, even more than one could count with the fingers. He held major positions in the AFP as commander of the 2nd Infantry Division — the Army’s largest unit, 7th Infantry (Kaugnay) Division, 703 Infantry Brigade, and 28th Infantry Brigade, among others. He also served as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, J3, of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. His rise to prominence was not without hitches because he barely survived nine brushes with death. His strong faith in the Lord enabled him to be alive today. “The first incident that I encountered that almost ended my life was when I fell from the second floor of our house when I was just a kid; the second was when I was in the field where a provincial bus liner rammed the car I was in,” Catapang said. He was airlifted from Basa Airbase to V. Luna General Hospital and eventually transferred to Quezon City Medical City as he continued to bleed due to his severe injuries. “The doctor told me not to sleep because I might turn into a coma. So I fight on as the doctors continue to treat me,” he added. While still recovering, with his facial wounds still not yet fully healed, he was called by his commander to report back to work. “Nakangiwi pa ako dahil sa sugat (I was still grimacing in pain), but as a soldier, I followed the order, and that was then I realized that he was teaching me how to become chief of staff,” Catapang said, adding that as a good soldier, he had to endure the pain. He recalled that a chopper ride in the mountains of Cagayan also nearly took his life as it flew at 1,000 feet and traveled 18 knots. “The chopper is already old. I just have to make the sign of the cross as the chopper made a low-altitude flight due to poor visibility. We plunged downward, and I thought it was the end for me. But thankfully, the chopper normalized, and we safely landed,” he said. While in a restaurant in Angeles, Pampanga, Catapang said he was informed that NPA (New People’s Army) rebels would ambush him. “We ate at a chicken restaurant in Angeles and received information that I would be ambushed on returning to our camp. It was retaliation for the death of eight commanders of the NPA after movement patterns were detected based on information from barangay chairpersons,” he said. He cannot forget, too, that during the Pinatubo eruption in 1991, the roof of the building they were occupying collapsed due to the accumulated volcanic ash. Catapang, named after two generals — Gregorio del Pilar and Pio del Pilar — led his soldiers in helping the indigenous peoples in the area, giving them food, clothing, and other necessities. “The natives very loved us because of that,” he added. He said he is thankful to have emerged victorious and alive from the all-out war against Muslim secessionists in Mindanao. It almost ended his life, but he survived with solid faith in the Lord. Throughout his life, he consistently believed that prayers are always answered, particularly when reciting the rosary. Proof was when he fervently prayed to the Lord to allow him to marry his first girlfriend, and his request was granted. He married Maria Lourdes and has three children. Catapang’s early life lacked the excitement it later encompassed. He was a typical teenager. He attended high school at the Claret School of Quezon City. Shortly after graduating from PMA, he pursued graduate courses at the University of the Philippines. He is the second of four children of Gregorio Catapang Sr., a lawyer for the Securities and Exchange Commission, and Lourdes Punzalan, an accountant at the Department of Finance, from whom he learned the value of public service. As a military officer, Catapang rallied the troops to strictly adhere to the AFP’s slogan of “Kawal DISIPLINADO, bawal ABUSADO, dapat ASINTADO” — three key words that spell out the Do’s and DON’T’s to become proficient in fire and maneuver and avoid collateral damage; be respectful of human rights, adhere to international humanitarian law and the rule of law, and the rules of engagement. Catapang moved on with his career and retirement life, carrying an excellent performance standard, exemplary leadership and a keen vision. Answered post-retirement prayer After retiring from active military service spanning 34 years, he received a divine blessing through a new mission. Following seven years of working as a farmer, he experienced a life-altering moment on the evening of October 19, 2021. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla gave him an offer to lead the Bureau of Corrections. Unaware of the challenges that awaited him within the BuCor, especially at the New Bilibid Prison, he accepted the offer. It was only later that he discovered the appalling issues of corruption among the prison staff and the dire condition of the overcrowded facilities. Under the guidance of Secretary Remulla, Catapang’s mission to reform the BuCor is yielding positive results. They are actively organizing culminating activities to release eligible individuals who have been deprived of their liberty. To alleviate the overcrowding in the jail facilities, the BuCor is actively organizing and implementing various reforms. The main goal is to transfer all persons deprived of liberty from the maximum security compound of the NBP to new facilities outside of Metro Manila. Catapang is confident plans will come to fruition, as they have already presented their long-term reform plan to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for approval. “At present, the reformation of BuCor is in full swing. I am confident we will accomplish and make things happen,” he said. The NBP, he said, is undergoing a significant transformation. The plan is to shut down the NBP in Muntinlupa and repurpose the area into a new business district similar to Bonifacio Global City in the southern part of Metro Manila. Explaining the reason behind the decision, he said high-end residential communities surround the current location of the NBP in Muntinlupa. To align with the surrounding environment, the intention is to close down the NBP and relocate all inmates to regional jail facilities nationwide. Catapang shared plans to dedicate eight hectares of land within the NBP to improve the living conditions of the settlers and provide them with opportunities for reintegration into society. “We will build condominium units for the settlers at the NBP, complete with amenities like a swimming pool, multipurpose facilities, and the like. Repair of residential houses is no longer possible, including power lines, so we decided to allocate the lands for them,” he added. The government will optimally use the land area by developing it into a business and government center, aligning with the DoJ’s plan. To support the food security initiatives of the President, he said they have already started the cultivation of approximately 10 hectares of land at the Iwahig Penal Colony. The aim is to grow rice and high-yield crops, contributing to the government’s long-term food security plans. “Hopefully, this will be done also to other penal farms of BuCor because we have ample lands for cultivation,” Catapang said. For the BuCor Director General who refused to be defined by limitations and setbacks, the relentless spirit and passion for reforms radiate triumphs against the most formidable odds. The post New mission: BuCor reform appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Village chief aspirant survives ambush
TACLOBAN CITY — Authorities reported on Friday that a barangay chairman aspirant was ambushed by still unidentified gunmen in Gandara town, Samar province which also saw the death of his two companions. Police identified the aspiring village chairman as Teresito Piczon, who was wounded when the motorboat they were riding was fired upon by unidentified men hiding on the hilly part as they were about to moor on the village port. Another individual identified as Marvin Taduyo also survived the ambush, while the other two — identified as Sammy Jumadiao and Rolando Casaljay — died in the ambush. The four are residents of Barangay Caugbusan, a village at the boundary of Gandara and Santa Margarita towns some 20 kilometers from the town proper and accessible only either by boat or foot. Reports also disclosed that Casaljay was able to run but was chased by the gunmen, who took turns in hitting him with rifle butts on the different parts of his body, causing his death. The armed group, allegedly led by a certain Alyas Piyos, immediately fled to the mountain side of the village by foot immediately after the incident. The wounded victims were immediately brought to the Gandara District Hospital. The post Village chief aspirant survives ambush appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
9-month-old baby abandoned in Lapu-Lapu
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu—The Lapu-Lapu City Police Office (LCPO) is now conducting backtracking to identify the person responsible for abandoning a 9-month-old baby near a boutique in Barangay Poblacion, Lapu-Lapu City on Saturday evening, August 5, 2023. Police Lieutenant Colonel Christian Torres, chief of the City Investigation Detection and Management Unit (CIDMU), said that they are […] The post 9-month-old baby abandoned in Lapu-Lapu appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Man survives shooting attack in Dumanjug by estranged hubby of his live-in partner
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 30-year-old man survived a shooting attack allegedly done by the estranged 47-year-old husband of his live-in partner in the evening of August 3 in Barangay Liong, Dumanjug town in southwestern Cebu. Police Captain Jan Ace Layug, chief of the Dumanjug Police Station, said in a report, that Erick John Fernandez […] The post Man survives shooting attack in Dumanjug by estranged hubby of his live-in partner appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
OBO lifts suspension order for works on commercial building in Cebu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Office of the Building Official (OBO) has already lifted the suspension order it issued against the contractor of the 37-story residential-commercial building, which faced complaints from residents of Barangay Hipodromo for violation of safety standards. The suspension was lifted approximately a week after OBO chief Architect Catalan visited […] The post OBO lifts suspension order for works on commercial building in Cebu City appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Angeles residents evacuated amid ‘Egay’
Angeles City, Pampanga — The local government here on Tuesday ordered the preemptive evacuation of residents living near riverbanks and creeks as part of its preparations for the coming super typhoon “Egay.” Angeles City Mayor Carmelo Lazatin Jr. said that he instructed Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer chief Rudy Simeon and City Engineer Donato Dizon to lead the evacuation, stressing that it is better to be alert and prepared before any disaster happens. He also assured that in the event of an emergency, the city government — through the ACDRRMO and CEO — is ready to respond to any rescue, evacuation and clearing operations. According to Simeon, the ACDRRMO is closely monitoring the major river channels in Angeles City, the Abacan River and Sapang Balen Creek and as of the moment, no incident of overflowing and soil erosion on both sides of the riverbanks and creeks were reported. Waterflows in Sapang Balen creek and Abacan River, on the other hand, are still under normal condition. The ACDRRMO is in continuous coordination with the 33 Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Councils for any alerts in case of typhoon “Egay’s” onslaught. Meanwhile, Dizon said that his roving teams are ready to clear roads from any obstructions. Lazatin, meantime, wants to ensure everyone’s safety in the event of emergencies like strong winds toppling down certain obstructions. In other developments, at least 480 passengers are stranded in two ports of Western Visayas following the cancellation of trips due to super typhoon “Egay” and the southwest monsoon on Tuesday. Data from the Coast Guard District Western Visayas showed that 165 passengers bound for Tabuelan, Cebu were stranded at the Barcelona port in Escalante, Negros Occidental while 315 others bound for Mindoro, Romblon, and Batangas were stuck at the Caticlan Jetty port in Malay, Aklan. Canceled trips included those from ports of Estancia, Iloilo going to Sicogon/Gigantes Island; Concepcion to Tambaliza, Igbon, and Malangabang; Bancal in Carles to Gigantes Island, all in Iloilo and Ajuy port going to EB Magalona in Negros Occidental. Trips from the port of San Carlos City in Negros Occidental going to Toledo, Cebu were also suspended. The Montenegro Shipping Lines canceled its trips from Lapuz wharf going to Guimaras. Trips from Iloilo City to Bacolod City via Ocean Jet and Weesam Express were canceled except for the latter’s 11:30 a.m. schedule. The post Angeles residents evacuated amid ‘Egay’ appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Suspect admits role in Abiad slay try
An arrested suspect in the ambush of photojournalist Rene Joshua Abiad two weeks ago in Quezon City has admitted to serving as a “spotter” in the assassination attempt. Philippine National Police Chief General Benjamin Acorda yesterday lauded the arrest of Jomari dela Cruz Campillo, alias “Mata,” 24, at a bus station on Thursday, 13 July. The police said Campillo revealed under questioning that he was paid P15,000 for his services, adding he was the one seen in the closed-circuit TV footage riding the pink motorcycle during the attack. Alleged gunman Eduardo Almario Legazpi II, who was tagged as a “professional shooter,” was arrested in Muntinlupa City last 7 July. Investigators are now searching for the three other suspects in the crime, including a barangay captain in Pasay City who reportedly ordered the hit on Abiad. Meanwhile, Acorda Jr. said they are looking at the possibility of lowering the cost of fees for the permit to carry firearms to encourage gun enthusiasts to regularly renew their firearm licenses and documents. Acorda said they will discuss the matter with the Department of the Interior and Local Government and the Bureau of Fire Protection. The post Suspect admits role in Abiad slay try appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Another photo journo slay suspect nabbed
Another suspect in the Abiad family shooting incident last 29 June was collared by operatives of the Quezon City Police District Criminal Investigation and Detection Unit at a provincial bus station in Cubao on Thursday afternoon. QCPD Director, Brig. Gen. Nicolas Torre III, said suspect Jomari dela Cruz, 24, of Southville 3, Poblacion, Muntinlupa City, was nabbed at around 4:30 p.m. of 13 July at the Solid North Transit Bus Terminal on EDSA. Torre said QCPD-CIDU operatives under Maj. Don Don Llapitan received a tip from an informant that Dela Cruz would be arriving at the bus terminal from Pangasinan where he had been hiding. Torre said the cops were waiting and at 4:30 p.m., Dela Cruz, alias “Mata” and “Alexis,” was spotted walking in front of the terminal. The suspect was the one seen on CCTV riding the pink motorcycle that was tailing the vehicle of the Abiad family before the ambush. Recovered from him was a 9mm pistol with eight rounds in a gray sling bag. Dela Cruz is under the custody of the CIDU along with Eduardo Legazpi II, alias “Bingbong,” the alleged gunman who was arrested on 7 July. Torre said a case of violating RA 10591, or the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act, is being prepared against Dela Cruz and will be filed before the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office. Aside from the photojournalist, members of Abiad’s family and Jeffrey Ngo Cao, a bystander and resident of Barangay Apolonio Samson, Quezon City, were also wounded during the ambush. Abiad’s four-year-old niece who was hit in the head succumbed to injuries last weeken. A manhunt is continuing for the other suspects, including a former Pasay City barangay chairman known as “Nadnad.” As this developed, Philippine National Police chief, Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr., said they are looking at lowering the fees for the “Permit-To-Carry” to encourage gun owners to regularly renew their firearm licenses and documents. Acorda made the comment on the sidelines of the 1st PNP Press Corps Invitational Shootfest held at Camp Karingal, Sikatuna Village, Quezon City which started Friday until 16 July. With Glen Jacob Jose The post Another photo journo slay suspect nabbed appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Chinese national arrested over P1.9-M fake cigarettes
A Chinese national has been arrested in Cebu City after P1.9 million worth of fake cigarettes were found in his store during a buy-bust operation. Allen Lim, 40, was arrested while his companion, Marilyn Lim, evaded arrest during the raid of the SYH Wholesale and Retail store in MC Briones Street, Barangay Ermita by agents of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Mandaue City Field Unit. The CIDG personnel were accompanied by representatives of the Bureau of Internal Revenue Region 13 and Fortune Tobacco Company and Japan Tobacco International during the seizure operation. Seized were nine boxes of Mighty Green, four boxes of Mighty Red, three boxes of Winston, two boxaes of Marlboro, three boxes of Jackpot, 49 reams of Berlin, 49 reams of Astro, 39 reams of New Berlin, one box of Canon, one box of Union, 21 reams of Fortune Green and several boxes of other brands. CIDG Mandaue chief Police Captain Nigel Sanoy said the stamps on each pack of Mighty cigarettes have the same code, indicating that it was photocopied. The post Chinese national arrested over P1.9-M fake cigarettes appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»