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Complaints filed vs 12 cops linked to missing sabungeros
The Freeman
|July 15, 2025
MANILA The families of the missing “sabungeros” and suspect-turned-witness Julie “Dondon” Patidongan on Monday, July 14, filed complaints against 12 police officers allegedly involved in the disappearance of dozens of cockfighting enthusiasts.
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The complaint was lodged before the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM). At a press conference, Patidongan publicly named the following officers:
Police Colonel Jacinto Malinao Jr.
Police Lieutenant Colonel Ryan Jay Orapa
Police Major Mark Philip Almedilla
Police Executive Master Sergeant Aaron Ezrah Cabillan
Police Chief Master Sergeant Arturo dela Cruz Jr.
PSMS Anderson Orozco Abary
Police Staff Master Sergeant Joey Encarnacion
PSMS Mark Anthony Manrique
PSMS Anderson Abale
Police Staff Sergeant Alfredo Andres
PCPL Angel Joseph Martin
This story is from the July 15, 2025 edition of The Freeman.
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