Families of the missing sabungeros renewed their call for justice on Monday after formally asking the Department of Justice (DOJ) to reconsider its decision to dismiss the complaint against actress Gretchen Barretto, former National Capital Region Police chief Jonnel Estomo, and several other individuals. In a partial motion for reconsideration, the families requested that the … Read more
The grim search for missing cockfighting aficionados, or sabungeros, has taken a disturbing turn with the retrieval of hundreds of human bones from Taal Lake, according to Justice spokesperson Polo Martinez. The ongoing operation, sparked by a whistleblower’s shocking claims, has brought to light a potential mass atrocity that is now the subject of intense … Read more
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday confirmed that an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order (ILBO) has been issued against individuals linked by whistleblower Julie “Dondon” Patidongan to the high-profile disappearance of cockfighters, or sabungeros, between 2021 and 2022. Patidongan, who surfaced earlier this year, alleged that businessman Atong Ang masterminded the abduction of more than … Read more
QUEZON CITY — The face behind the alias “Totoy” has finally been revealed. Julie “Dondon” Patidongan, the key whistleblower in the case of the missing sabungeros (cockfighting enthusiasts), stepped into the public spotlight on Monday, July 14, 2025, as he filed administrative complaints against 12 police officers before the National Police Commission (Napolcom). In a … Read more
On Thursday, government divers launched a high-risk underwater retrieval operation in Taal Lake, Batangas, to locate the remains of the missing sabungeros—cockfighting enthusiasts—who were allegedly executed and dumped into the lake. The operation is being jointly conducted by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Philippine National Police (PNP), following … Read more
Businessman Atong Ang and actress Gretchen Barretto are now officially considered suspects in the ongoing investigation into the case of the 34 missing cockfighting enthusiasts, also known as “sabungeros,” the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Thursday. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla made the confirmation during a press briefing, where he disclosed that both … Read more
Actress Sunshine Cruz has strongly denied rumors circulating online about her alleged breakup with businessman Atong Ang, which were further sensationalized by claims of abuse. In a recent Facebook post, Cruz shared screenshots of various misleading social media posts that falsely claimed she had spoken out about an abusive relationship with Ang. She marked the … Read more
Businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang is reportedly preparing to file a complaint affidavit against a man known only as alias “Totoy,” who recently accused him of being the mastermind behind the disappearance of 34 cockfighting enthusiasts, also known as “sabungeros.” In a recent exclusive interview with GMA News reporter Emil Sumangil, “Totoy” introduced himself as the … Read more
Businessman Atong Ang and actress Sunshine Cruz have officially revealed their romantic relationship, charming fans with a heartfelt performance of “Bakit Ngayon Ka Lang.” Their duet of the Ogie Alcasid hit quickly gained traction online, with supporters praising the couple’s chemistry and newfound happiness. Rumors about their relationship began earlier this year when videos of … Read more
Speculations about the relationship between actress Sunshine Cruz and businessman Atong Ang began circulating after the two were spotted sharing a romantic moment in public during an event at a cockfighting arena. A video capturing them kissing further fueled the rumors, sparking widespread discussion on social media. The speculation was confirmed when Atong Ang publicly … Read more