PNP places 15 officers under restrictive custody in sabungero case

Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III announced Monday that 15 police officers linked to the disappearance of 'sabungeros' are now under restrictive custody at Camp Crame.

A preliminary report for the administrative case against these officers is expected before the end of the week, according to PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo.

Whistleblower Julie 'Dondon' Patidongan remains a key witness and is currently in protective custody under the PNP.

Investigators are working on finding more witnesses and securing other possible sites where the bodies of missing sabungeros may have been dumped, though specific locations remain undisclosed to prevent interference with the investigation.

Napolcom Vice Chairperson Rafael Vicente Calinisan welcomed Patidongan's protection and expressed optimism about ongoing collaboration between Napolcom, PNP, and DOJ to ensure transparency and justice in resolving these incidents.