Category : Judicial System


Aklan Police Arrest Second Most Wanted Rape Suspect

Aklan Police Provincial Office personnel successfully apprehended the province's second most wanted person for rape in Barangay Mabilo, New Washington, on February 27, 2026. The suspect, identified as alias Ren, was arrested under a no-bail warrant issued

Duterte Camp Awaits Supreme Court Habeas Corpus Ruling

The legal team of former President Rodrigo Duterte anticipates the Supreme Court's imminent decision on habeas corpus petitions concerning his alleged illegal detention, with potential implications for his return to the Philippines.

DOJ to Conduct Inquest for EDSA 40 Arrests

The Department of Justice confirms prosecutors are on standby to assist law enforcement with inquest proceedings for any arrests during EDSA 40 anniversary protests, urging peaceful assembly.

Supreme Court Upholds Davao Light Expansion Act

The Supreme Court of the Philippines has affirmed the constitutionality of Republic Act No. 12144, dismissing petitions against the Davao Light Expansion Act. The ruling allows Davao Light to expand into areas previously served by Nordeco, following debat

Bohol Police Relieved Over Assault Allegations on Councilor

The chief of Sevilla Municipal Police Station in Bohol and three officers have been relieved of duty after being accused of assaulting a barangay councilor on February 10, 2026. An investigation is ongoing, with CCTV footage supporting the allegations.

PNP Probes 10 Ex-Officials Tied to Criminal Groups

Philippine National Police Chief Police General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. has launched an investigation into ten former police officials allegedly connected to criminal syndicates, with intelligence and internal affairs units conducting thorough validati

Eight Bicol Police Officials Relieved Over Delayed Report

Eight officials from the Bicol Regional Police Office have been relieved from their posts due to irregularities in reporting a death in police custody in Camarines Sur. The incident involved a 12-day delay in reporting to regional headquarters.

Drunk Driving Debate: Enforcement Gaps, Not Legal Weakness

The tragic death of entrepreneur Kingston Ralph Cheng reignites debate on drunk driving laws. While politicians call for harsher penalties, experts argue the Philippines already has strong legislation but suffers from inconsistent enforcement and cultural

Regional Most Wanted Person Arrested in Iloilo for Rape

The Calinog Municipal Police Station in Iloilo apprehended the eighth Regional Most Wanted Person, a 25-year-old man, on six counts of rape with no bail recommended. The arrest occurred during a successful operation in Barangay Alibunan.

NBI Probes Special Laws in Fatal Cebu Road Accident

The National Bureau of Investigation–Central Visayas is examining potential breaches of special laws, including the Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Act, in the fatal accident that killed young entrepreneur Kingston Cheng. This investigation runs parallel t

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