PH Murder Stories
PH Murder Stories is a true crime podcast focused on well-reported criminal cases in the Philippines. Episodes cover serial murders, kidnappings, and other tragic events, examining what happened and the details behind each case. The show is produced by PH Murder Stories and The Pod Network and is presented in English. It also invites listeners to follow, rate, and engage with the podcast on social media.
Episodes
The Deadly Luzon Earthquake (1990)
On July 16, 1990, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the island of Luzon. It was one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the Philippines in the 20th century. Within seconds, buildings collapsed, roads broke apart, and entire cities were cut off from one another. More than two thousand people would lose their lives, and over a million others would be affected.For any collaboration, brand p
C-47 Mount Pinatubo: The Plane Crash involving former President Ramon Magsaysay (1957)
On March 17, 1957, the Philippines awoke to devastating news. A plane had crashed on the dark slopes of Mount Manunggal in Cebu, leaving behind fiery wreckage and lifeless bodies.Among the dead was the beloved President of the Philippines, Ramon Magsaysay. Only one man out of the 26 on board survived. The nation, still basking in the hope and optimism brought by Magsaysay’s leadership, was th
A Collateral of War on Drugs: The Devastating Murder of Kian Delos Santos (2017)
On the night of August 16, 2017, in a crowded neighborhood in Caloocan City, Metro Manila, gunfire pierced the air. Hours later, the lifeless body of a 17-year-old boy was discovered in a dark alley near the Tullahan River.The victim’s name was Kian Lloyd delos Santos—a student, a joker among friends, and a teenager who once dreamed of becoming a police officer.His death would become one of t
The Stabbing of Pope Paul VI (1970)
On November 27, 1970, history was unfolding as Pope Paul VI became the first pontiff to set foot on Philippine soil. A three-day pastoral visit had just begun, greeted by the full spectacle of state and church. President Ferdinand Marcos and First Lady Imelda Marcos led the welcome, while thousands of faithful braved the Manila heat for a glimpse of the Holy Father.Then, in an instant, celebr
The Controversial Maimbung Kidnappings: The Abduction of Ces Oreña Drilon (2008)
In June 2008, an ABS-CBN news team had just arrived in the quiet town of Maimbung, Sulu, determined to land an exclusive story from the leaders of the infamous Abu Sayyaf Group.At the time, Abu Sayyaf was one of the most feared armed groups in the Philippines—known for kidnappings, bombings, and ties to terrorism. Getting a sit-down with its leaders would have been a huge scoop, offering rare insi
The Shooting of Bishop Benjamin De Jesus (1997)
Bishop Benjamin de Jesus—known for his kindness and fearless work in one of the country’s most dangerous regions—was gunned down in cold blood in the morning of February 4, 1997, at Jolo, Sulu. Witnesses say two men walked right up to him and opened fire at close range, hitting him in the head, face, neck, shoulder, and stomach. He died instantly.Investigators quickly pointed to members of th
Just Another Case of Political Violence: The Assassination of Congressman Rodel Batocabe (2018)
It was just three days before Christmas in Daraga, Albay. In a covered court filled with laughter, gifts, and the chatter of elderly citizens, the mood was one of celebration. But in an instant, the holiday spirit shattered. Gunfire. Panic. Blood on the court floor. And the shocking realization that one of the Philippines’ most active lawmakers — Congressman Rodel Batocabe — had bee
Pepsi Number Fever: The Most Catastrophic Marketing Campaign in the Philippines (1992)
Have you ever been “349ed”? Have you heard of this Filipino slang before? Its origin story was due to a marketing blunder—one that would be the deadliest in history. Pepsi launched “Number Fever” in 1992, a lottery game that a lot of Filipinos hoped to win because it was a chance to become a millionaire. The correct 3-digit number combination on their Pepsi bottle cap would be the
Struck by Strunk: The Gruesome Murder of Nida Blanca (2001):
In Philippine cinema, few names shine as brightly as Nida Blanca’s. She was elegance, charm, and talent personified — a beloved actress whose career spanned decades. But on the morning of November 7, 2001, the nation woke up to news that shattered the glamour of showbiz, at least during this time. Nida Blanca was found dead, and the circumstances were brutal.For any collaboration, brand
Killer Curve: The Deadly Antique Bus Crush (2023)
It was supposed to be an ordinary trip. Just another bus making its way through the winding roads of the town of Hamtic, province of Antique. But on the afternoon of December 5th, 2023, what began as routine ended in devastation. Seventeen lives were lost. Families were torn apart. And a small stretch of road, long feared by locals, claimed yet more victims.This is the story of the Antiq
A Crime Lord’s Revenge: The Murder of Catherine Lee (2012)
In 2018, Paul Le Roux, a white Zimbabwean who held South African and Australian passports, was a notorious crime lord who illegally trafficked drugs, gold, and guns. He testified in a U.S. court about having murdered numerous people by professional assassins, including a Filipina real estate agent killed in 2012. Six years earlier from his testimony, Le Roux was arrested by the Drug Enfo
Mama Cheng: The Robbery and Murder of Reiko Maezawa (2020)
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of difficulties worldwide. Aside from health reasons, financial and political instability is probably another impactful obstacle that the global health crisis has affected us throughout its existence. This led to increased crime rates, especially theft, robbery, online scams, and other related offenses.Several gruesome crimes happened during these tryin
The Antipolo Bakery Massacre: Seven Dead in Gruesome Attack (2025)
On April 22, 2025, a shocking report about the massacre of seven people in a bakery in Barangay Cupang, Antipolo City, went viral nationwide. Among the seven victims of this gruesome crime, five were aged between 21 and 25 years old, while two were minors. The lone suspect, on the other hand, was quick to surrender.Residents and neighbors were deeply disturbed by the brutal nature of the kill
Legal Reforms to Sexual Abuse: The Death of Rosario Baluyot (1987)
In 1987, the story of Rosario Baluyot's abuse and torture at the hands of an Austrian physician sparked outrage all over the country. She lived in Olongapo, or what was known as "Sin City" back then, due to rampant prostitution in the area.It was on October 10, 1986, when Austrian physician, Heinrich Stefan Ritter, brought Rosario Baluyot and Jessie Ramirez, another child, to a hotel room in Olong
Boracay: The Gruesome Murder of Michaela Mickova (2025)
On March 12, 2025, the peaceful island of Boracay, known for its crystal-clear waters and stunning beaches, became the setting for a chilling discovery. The body of 23-year-old Slovak tourist Michaela Mickova was found decomposing in an abandoned chapel in Barangay Balabag.Further reports have shown that the victim was also sexually assaulted and died due to blunt-force trauma to the head.Mic
Retaliation: The Murders at Lake Hotel Tagaytay (2024)
On July 10, 2024, the Lake Hotel in Tagaytay became the center of a horrifying discovery. The lifeless bodies of Australian nationals David Fisk, 57, and his wife, Lucita Cortez, 55, along with her daughter-in-law, Mary Jane Cortez, 30, were found in their hotel room. Their hands and feet were bound, and their faces were covered with packaging tape—a scene that sent shockwaves nationwide.&nbs
Assassination: The Murder of Vice Mayor Alex Lubigan (2018)
On July 7, 2018, Vice Mayor Alex Lubigan was traveling in a black Toyota Hilux when gunmen inside a black sports utility vehicle fired gunshots, killing the Vice Mayor on the spot. Meanwhile, witnesses also saw another black Toyota Hilux following the black SUV, which authorities claim could possibly be the getaway vehicle of the suspects, The brutal attack occurred around 3 pm in front
Emergency Room: The Murder of Chatty Timbang (2024)
On August 30, 2024, 36-year-old Chatty Timbang was admitted to the emergency room of a public hospital in Dasmariñas City, Cavite. Her mother, Conchita Timbang, accompanied her.At 3:10 AM, an assassin managed to reach Chatty’s hospital bed. Upon spotting his target, the killer pulled out his gun and fired several close-range shots, killing Chatty instantly. Conchita, who had been sleepin
Parricide: The Murder of Marilou Jorge (2012)
In the Philippine context, parricide refers to the crime of killing one's own parent, ascendant grandparent or great-grandparent, or other close relatives such as a child, spouse, or sibling, as specified under the Revised Penal Code of the Philippines.Specifically, Article 246 of the RPC defines parricide as the unlawful killing of a father, mother, child, or any of the direct descendants or asce
Walk of Shame: The Assassination of Mayor Antonio Halili (2018)
Mayor Antonio Halili of Tanuan Batangas was a well-known figure back in the day for his "walk of shame" campaign, where he paraded drug suspects through the streets, a method that garnered both support and criticism nationwide, which critics would argue that it violated human rights and due process.Some have compared him to former president Rodrigo Duterte’s hardline stance against crime. But
Indignity to Human Remains: The Gruesome Murder of Maria Cecilia Loreto (2021)
A 49-year-old Filipina’s death in Burnaby, Canada sent shockwaves among the Filipinos in her community as she was killed by two young men aged 21 years old and 15 years old. Her burned remains would be discovered in Greentree Village Park, near a children’s playground. Her family, friends, and the rest of her community have been in mourning since her violent death.“She did not dese
A Precursor to Martial Law: The Plaza Miranda Bombing (1971)
As of recording this episode, the filing of candidacies for the upcoming 2025 midterm elections has concluded, which means it is election season all over again in the Philippines. With that being said, throughout the course of our country’s history various political events that have led to violence and killings have occurred.One of the most infamous incidents that changed the course of our co
A Lifeless Body Found Inside a Septic Tank: The Gruesome Murder of Tesa Marie Ygay (2019)
Before the coronavirus disease affected our daily lives, the month of April was the most exciting month for those students who will finish their studies from a long school journey, as it was a time when students graduated from their respective levels. On April 8, 2019, the brutal killing of a 14-year-old girl happened near Cogon Cruz Integrated School, Danao City in Cebu. An unidentified
Silverio Compound: The Most Violent Housing Demolition in Parañaque City (2012)
The upcoming 2025 midterm elections are near, which means the future of our leaders will be based on our votes this coming May. Through the years, there have been various incidents or initiatives from well-known or infamous politicians that broke or paved the way for their careers in public service.On April 23, 2012, a supposedly peaceful dismantling of a wet market quickly escalated into vio
Sagay Massacre: The Brutal Murder of Nine Sugar Farmers (2018)
Sagay City, located in the northern part of the province of Negros Occidental, is a significant hub for agriculture resources, where its local community is deeply connected. Historically, Sagay has been a major player in the sugar industry, which is a significant economic driver in the province.However, despite economic gains from the sugar plantations in Sagay, most of its farmers and planta
The Ultimate Cliffhanger: A Pine Tree in Dalaguete Saved 32 People (2010)
From time to time we make it our way to feature episodes with good outcomes. We know our podcast features true crime cases and accidents caused by humans or natural disasters, most of which did not have a happy ending, not that we expected it to be.However, we stumbled upon a story way back in 2010 at Dalaguete, Cebu, where a pine tree saved the lives of 32 people inside a bus that was about to fa
Negros Navigation: The Tragic Sinking of M/V Don Juan (1980)
Before the country’s most disastrous ship-related tragedies, the MV Dona Paz incident. Seven years earlier, the tragic sinking of M/V Don Juan in April 1980 at the time was the most disastrous of such incidents in the Philippines.Negligence played a big role in this tragic accident, various avoidable instances were a factor such as overloading of passengers, and the vessel’s captain playing mahjon
Philippine Coast Guard: The Shooting of Taiwanese Fisherman Huang Shih-Cheng (2013)
The West Philippine Sea is one of the most conflicted areas in the world, with various countries such as the Philippines, China, Vietnam, and others in the Asia Pacific claiming territorial rights in the disputed region.Given the heightened tensions between Manila and Beijing, we decided to look for incidents that fit our show’s genre. We found one that happened in 2013 under the Aquino admin
Bodies Dumped in a Well: The Robbery-Slaying of Kevin and Lolly Fleischauer (2015)
In the province of Negros Occidental, the bodies of 58-year-old Kevin Fleischauer, a former US Navy, and his Filipina wife, 60-year-old Lolly, were found inside a 20-feet deep well near their home after being missing for over two weeks. Their fellow church members at Open Door Baptist Church had been worried about the couple after not hearing from them for over a week. With the help of author
The Tragic Kentex Fire: 72 People Killed (2015)
The Philippines has its fair share of infamous tragedies linked to fires throughout its history. From the 1980s till the 2010s, there have been tragedies caused by fire every decade, which features cases with 70 or more casualties.These incidents are the infamous MV Doña Paz Tragedy in 1987 with 4,000 casualties, the Ozone Disco Fire in 1996 that killed 162 people, the Manor Hotel blaze in 2001 th
The Brutal Slaying of Abigail Gino Basas (2017)
Have you ever accidentally bumped into someone that quickly escalated into a physical confrontation?There have been various incidents in the past caused by accidental bumps in public places such as concerts, bars, malls, and other social gathering events that have been the reason for physical fights, and some have led to people killing one another.The victim in our episode for today, 28-year-old o
The Tragic Accident of Ryan and Jen Ambrosio (2024)
On a Saturday night last January 6, 2024, 45-year-old Ryan Ambrosio and 43-year-old Jennifer Ambrosio, a Filipino couple and parents of six children in Michigan, were on their way home from a date night. As they were cruising through the Lodge Freeway near the Civic Center Drive in Southfield at around 1:30 am, a vehicle going the wrong way crashed into them, tragically leading to the demise
The Gruesome Murder of Jullebee Ranara in Kuwait (2023)
As you probably heard, 35-year-old Jullebee Ranara, a Filipina who had to move to Kuwait to make ends meet and support her family as a domestic worker, was brutally killed in 2023.She was tortured, raped, and murdered. As if this grueling ordeal was not enough, Jullebee's heartless perpetrator even burnt her body, threw his victim in the desert, and ran her over with a vehicle.Based on a report fr
Beheadings: The Stories Behind the Gruesome Murders of Alfredo Tabing (2023) and Rosa Asilo (2024)
There have been infamous crimes in the Philippines that have happened during the holiday season.A particular case that comes to mind is the heartless killing of mother-and-son Sonya and Frank Gregorio from Tarlac. Former policeman Jonel Nuezca had a verbal altercation with the Gregorios after the former policeman was arresting Frank for illegal possession of "Boga," an improvised noisemaker cannon
The Assassination of Mayor Rose Furigay (2022)
Violence in Philippine politics, especially in this modern era, has been a serious issue that has continued to hinder the country's path to political maturity, therefore raising more doubts about an ineffective justice system that is slow and, in other instances, can be bought by influential and powerful clans.However, the subject of our episode today involves a troubled medical professional w
He Devoured His Wife’s Brain: The Gruesome Murder of Heidi Estrera (2018)
Happy Halloween to all of you guys! It is the time of the year when most of us get to watch or listen to horror films, shows, and podcasts. Indeed, there is a lot of content out there to consume, and chances are you have probably stumbled upon this podcast because it's Halloween Season.Let us tell you a horrific crime that happened in 2018. Some would say this is a lesser-known story, but to u
Her Face Skinned Off: The Gruesome Slaying of Christine Silawan (2019)
On March 11, 2019. Christine Silawan, a 16-year-old high school student, was found dead in a vacant lot in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. Half of her face was skinned to the skull, her body was stabbed twenty times, and she had signs of sexual assault. The gruesome nature that Christine Silawan endured from her killer sparked nationwide outrage, which led to various groups urging the government to reinstat
Richard Speck: The Massacre of Eight Nurses from the South Chicago Community Hospital (1966)
We've seen that one iconic scene in horror movies before—the protagonist, either being chased or needing to hide, goes under their bed, trying their best to stay quiet as the killer roams around. Some survive, but some end up getting dragged away from under the bed... to their death. Fortunately for a Filipina nurse named Corazon Amurao, almost the exact scene happened to her in real life in 1966.
Jealousy Gone Too Far: The Murder of Pearl and Baby Denzel Sta. Ana (2016)
Richard Sta. Ana, a father and loving husband, sought justice for his wife, Pearl, and their son, Baby Denzel, after two assailants brutally killed them by mercilessly bludgeoning their heads at their residence in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.As the investigators looked for answers, they surprisingly found out that the person behind the gruesome murder was someone they already knew from the start who was hol
Chop-Chop Lady in Antipolo City: The Gruesome Murder of Lanie Loreto (2023)
Chop-chop body cases in the Philippines are one of the most discussed topics in true crime, especially here in the Philippines. Most fans of our show would send us episode requests through DMs and polls urging us to cover more chop-chop body cases. In fact, our episodes relating to body dismemberments, particularly the gruesome murders of Lyndon Masinsin in 2017 and Elsa Castillo in 1993, were amo
The Deadliest Air Disaster in the Philippines: Air Philippines Flight 541 (2000)
Air disasters are one of the most heartbreaking tragedies that will always catch our attention. Probably you've heard of numerous of these cases, such as the infamous 9/11 terrorist attack on the US World Trade Center, the mysterious disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, and many others.Such incidents make us wonder are there plane-related tragedies that have also happened in the Phil
Police Brutality: The Attempted Murder of Roger Herrero (2018)
Our show usually features cases where the victim is already confirmed dead. While plenty of tragic cases still need to be told, a specific case caught our attention. The incident happened on November 1, 2018, in Atimonan, Quezon, where the victim, Roger Herrero, a pedicab driver from the town of Agdangan, was falsely accused of a crime he didn't commit.Rogue policemen hunted down Roger, bringi
Body Found Inside A Vault: The Gruesome Killing of Lindsay Valdez (2018)
Baguio City is known for being the summer capital of the Philippines when thousands of visitors from the lowlands and Manila take their annual journey to the city to cool off.However, little did we know that one of the most gruesome crimes in the country's special summer getaway would happen on August 15, 2018. The body of 22-year-old Lindsay Valdez, a pawn shop cashier at 202 Cellfone Pawnsho
The Dacer-Corbito Double Murder (2000)
On November 22, 2000, Salvador "Bubby" Dacer, a prominent publicist to politicians, met with then-President Joseph Estrada, who was in the midst of an impeachment trial. The meeting was said to be about patching things up. In context, Dacer was a former PR man of Estrada, but as soon as he left his post, he began criticizing the Estrada administration for alleged corruption. Two days aft
Body Dumped by Hackers: The Murder of Tomi Michelle Masters (2018)
On December 23, 2018, a woman's lifeless body, sealed with duct tape, was found wrapped in a black garbage bag inside a brown box in Baseco, Manila. Based on a tip from a Grab driver who witnessed the dumping of her body, authorities immediately uncovered the two male foreigners that had something to do with the young woman's killing.The victim's name is Tomi Michelle Masters. She is a
When Catastrophe Meets Mediocrity: The Tragic Cherry Hills Subdivision Landslide (1999)
On August 3, 1999, typhoon Olga wreaked havoc all over Southeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula.More than 160 lives were taken by the deadly typhoon in North and South Korea. According to reports, the typhoon brought one of the heaviest rains recorded in the Korean peninsula that cost $657 million in damages. In the Philippines, the devastating storm caused one of the most catastrophic landslides i
Augusto Lakandula: The Hijacking of PAL Flight 812 (2000)
The perpetrator in the hijacking of Philippine Airlines Flight 812 that happened on May 25, 2000, using the name “Augusto Lakandula” as his alias, committing one of the most bizarre hijacking incidents in history, as some would say the Filipino version of D.B. Cooper.For those who don’t know, D.B. Cooper is a criminal who, in 1971, hijacked a commercial plane traveling from Portland, Oregon, to Se
Foreshadowed Death: The Tragic Accident that Killed Arvin “Tado” Jimenez (2014)
There have been various instances across the globe in which a person had predicted their eventual death. A brief google search would show you that some notable celebrities and artists had also bizarrely predicted their demise, which in some cases were nerve-rackingly accurate.Sadly, you will find the name of the late comedian and activist Arvin "Tado" Jimenez on the list of famous indivi
The Gruesome Murder of Tania Camille Dee (2015)
On June 28, 2015, the body of Tania Camille Dee was found buried in a shallow grave wrapped in a blanket with a plastic bag over her head in the backyard of a house located at Sta. Maria Subdivision, Barangay Balibago, Angeles City, Pampanga.Autopsy reports indicate the suspect ruthlessly shot her in the back of the head. She was only 33 years old at the time of her gruesome death.Tania Camille De
The Tragic “CloseUp Forever Summer” Incident (2016)
The use and distribution of illegal substances have been an ongoing problem since drug cartels figured out how to grow their syndicates into multimillion-dollar empires.Drug syndicates thrive on their customers’ addiction caused by narcotics, which has become a very dangerous cycle that doesn’t seem to end.In a generation where rave parties have been a massive occurrence for social events, it is w
Jason Ivler: The Road-Rage Killing of Renato Ebarle Jr. (2009)
On November 18, 2009, one of the most controversial road rage incidents and manhunts of the 2000s happened in the Philippines.The victim, in this case, was Renato Ebarle Jr., a son of a former presidential chief of Staff, Renato Ebarle Sr. He was shot and killed by Jason Ivler, a nephew of singer and songwriter Freddie Aguilar.Witnesses saw the suspect go over to his victim's car and shoot him
Another Case of Domestic Abuse: The Murder of Rhona Fantone (2021)
"Tell my kids I love them," were the final words Rhona Fantone said to her sister, Rhoda, on the phone.Rhona and her husband, Jay Barcelon, were having marital problems. Rhona decided to stay with her sister, who lived only 15 minutes away but had to retrieve her belongings and clothes from her residence.Sadly, her estranged husband was present, and a violent fight occurred. Both ended u
Evolution of Digital Forensics: The Murder of Julie Snodgrass (1991)
Digital Forensics was unheard of in the early 1990s. Its breakthrough has led to various crime-solving practices that most law enforcement agencies worldwide utilize nowadays.It makes us wonder, how did it evolve in the first place? Well, in our episode for today, you'll find out why.In 1991, the murder of Julie Snodgrass in the Philippines was the case that paved the way for the evolution of Digi
The Murder of Model Grab Driver Gerardo Maquidato, Jr. (2017)
Have you wondered why bad things happen to good people? It shatters our hearts when uncalled-for things happen to people with golden hearts.In October 2016, Gerardo Maquidato Jr. was one of the driver awardees of Grab Philippines recognized for giving a courtesy ride to a sick passenger. His story went viral after the passenger's family posted about him on Facebook.Divine Lactao Ornum booked a Gra
The Robbery Slaying of Tara Santelices (2008)
On August 6, 2008, just a few moments before celebrating her 23rd birthday, Tara Santelices and her best friend Joee Mejias were heading home from a gig. Both took a Rizal-bound jeepney ride. Little did they know back then that it would be the last jeepney ride that Tara would ever take as a robber ended up taking her life into his own hands, making this incident one of the most tragic jeepney rob
Hostage-Taking: Taguig Hall of Justice (2007)
Hostage-taking situations are one of the most discussed cases in the Philippines. After all, most of these kinds of incidents in the country conclude very badly and, in other instances, deadly.The incident at the Taguig Hall of Justice in 2007 caught the entire country’s attention as a movie stuntman, and his common-law-wife held four people hostage for an entire day, ironically, inside a place wh
The Abduction & Robbery-Slaying of Kae Davantes (2013)
Kristelle "Kae" Davantes was a 25-year-old hardworking professional filled with high hopes and dreams, only to be disrupted by a group of heartless men capable of committing sinister acts to make ends meet.Kae's demise in 2013 was one of the most horrific cases in the Philippines. She was robbed, abducted, strangled, stabbed, and thrown off a bridge.Her killers didn't even give her a chance to liv
A Death of An Evil Spirit: The Exorcism of Clarita Villanueva (1953)
Have you watched the hit horror movie The Exorcism of Emily Rose? If yes, have you ever wondered if someone from the Philippines has experienced the same thing or even worse?Well, if you have, the story of Clarita Villanueva comes to mind. She was a 17-year-old orphan from Bacolod that moved to Manila in the early 1950s to work as a maid at first, but after eloping with a man who turned out to be
Andrew Cunanan's Wrath: The Shocking Murder of Gianni Versace (1997)
On July 15, 1997, Gianni Versace, one of the world's most respected and admired fashion icons, was on his usual early morning routine, getting coffee and magazines at his preferred cafe three blocks away from his posh mansion in Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida.Afterward, Gianni Versace went back home, and as soon as he reached the marbled front steps of his mansion, a dark-haired man wearing kne
Trailer: PH Murder Stories
Like most people, we get fascinated by how the mind of a killer works, why a particular person got murdered, and when they will catch the suspect.PH Murder Stories is a podcast that intends to provide quality content and thorough research about murder and related infamous crimes primarily in the Philippines. The creators of this podcast do not tolerate fake news. This is an attempt to break the st
The Murders at the Cabading Family Residence (1961)
On January 18, 1961, one of the most infamous murders in the 1960s jolted the entire nation after news reports came out about a policeman who committed suicide after shooting his very own wife, daughter, and son-in-law.This story features the Cabading family murders. It was a tragic case of a father's wrath that turned into a deadly rampage. Pablo Cabading, the father, persuaded Lydia, his daughte
Cannibalism: The Amil Brothers Story (2014)
In February 2014, a gruesome incident happened in the town of Ampatuan, Maguindanao, that shocked locals in the area after investigators discovered a mutilated body of a middle-aged woman without her internal organs.Unfortunately, this wasn't the first time that a notorious crime happened in Ampatuan, as the area was more infamously known for being the site of the Maguindanao Massacre, one of the
The Silent Killer: Nieves Fernandez (World War II)
There's a saying. Heroes come and go, but legends are forever.Nieves Fernandez was a legendary Filipina guerilla leader from the province of Leyte that unbelievably fought against the Japanese forces during the height of World War II.Her courageous efforts in fending off the country's enemies at the time earned her the nickname, The Silent Killer.WEBSITE▸ https://phmurderstories.comEpisode notes a
Killer Caught on Cam: The Slaying of Reynaldo Dagsa (2011)
On New Year's Eve of 2011, 35-year-old Reynaldo Dagsa, a Barangay councilman from Caloocan City, requested his family to wake him up before midnight to join in on the new year's festivities in the wonder of the fireworks around them.He was taking pictures of his wife, daughter, and mother-in-law outside their home on New Year's Day when the gunman, Arnel Buenaflor, came from behind a car and cold-
Herbert Colanggo and the Horrific RCBC Cabuyao Massacre (2008)
On May 16, 2008, eight bank employees, a security guard, and a depositor were lined up and blown out their heads after a group of men robbed the Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) located at Science Park Branch in Cabuyao, Laguna.This summary execution-style robbery was tagged as the bloodiest bank robbery in the country's history, as they were all sprawled on the floor with a single guns
The Slaying of Elvira Manahan (1986)
Every generation has had its own share of "It" girls. These icons were trendsetters when it came to fashion and lifestyle, and everyone who's anyone wanted to be like them; or even have just a whiff of their aura.Their legacies stood the test of time. They would eventually be known for years, even decades beyond their lifetime.During the 1950s in the Philippines, one such "It" girl was Elvira Man
#NoToBullying: The Slaying of Julieta Bacaltos (2022)
On May 4, 2022, a 51-year-old mentally disabled woman was found dead inside her house located in the town of Sibonga, 51 kilometers southeast of Cebu City.Authorities quickly figured out what happened after the victim's 19-year-old son confessed that he killed his own mother because he could not stand the bullying he's been getting from his friends and classmates due to her mental illness.WEBSITE▸
The Abduction and Murder of Mayor Gisela Boniel (2017)
On June 7, 2017, then-Mayor Gisela Boniel of Bien Unido, Bohol, was abducted and presumed killed after her husband, former Board Member Niño Rey Boniel pleaded guilty to the murder of his wife in February 2022. In the past five years, there have been a lot of twists and turns in this case that ended up with the most obvious conclusion.However, there is more to this story that needs to be thor
The Robbery-Slaying of Zenaida Sison (2014)
On September 19, 2014, during typhoon Mario's rampage in the Philippines, a 75-year-old woman was stabbed to death by her house helper after the latter was discovered stealing items inside her home.The victim was Zenaida Sison, the mother of actress Cherry Pie Picache, who lived alone at her two-story house on Lazcano Street, Barangay Paligsahan, Quezon City.Her killer's name is Michael Flores. He
The Slaying of Alleged Celebrity Drug Dealer Maria Aurora Moynihan (2016)
In September 2016, a British aristocrat’s daughter involved in the illegal drug trade in the Philippines was killed amid the government's controversial War on Drugs.Many spectators have pointed toward the Philippine National Police. However, investigators suspect that her former boyfriend was behind the brutal slaying.Maria Aurora Moynihan was a 45-year-old British-Filipina woman who was linked to
Rolito Go: The Road Rage Killing of Eldon Maguan (1991)
On July 2, 1991, Eldon Maguan, a 25-year-old engineering student, was driving around Wilson Street in San Juan, Metro Manila. Wilson was said to be a one-way street, and Eldon knew about it as he was the one that followed traffic rules.Unfortunately for Eldon, even those who profusely follow traffic regulations do not exempt them from being victims of violent crime.It is where then-43-year-old Rol
The Gang Rape and Slaying of Rosilin Federico (1993)
On July 7, 1993, Marikina's notoriety as the rape and murder capital of the Philippines would get emphasized after a body of a young woman was found in a covered canal located in Barangay Parang, Marikina City.According to authorities, the victim was raped and tortured before being mercilessly killed by her perpetrators. Upon seeing her lifeless body, she was naked from the waist down, her lips cr
The Controversial Hultman-Chapman Double Murder (1991)
In the wee hours of July 13, 1991, three young people, two boys, and one girl were on their way to bring their female friend home to her residence in Dasmariñas Village, Makati City.Suddenly, the three encountered an angry middle-aged man that didn't seem to mind the business of others. He started snooping on the youngsters and began questioning them on why they were outside at that time of the da
Chop-Chop: The Gruesome Murder of Lyndon Masinsin (2017)
This episode was suggested to us by Ms. Emerald Sigua, who participated in our Donate For A Case program in partnership with the Rotaract Club of Taguig through their relief efforts intended for the victims of Typhoon Odette.A body of a 19-year-old boy was found chopped into pieces and buried at a private compound in Barangay Ampid Dos, San Mateo, Rizal.Days before the gruesome crime happened, a c
The Murder of Michelle Rivera Nyce (2004)
On January 16, 2004, authorities in Hopewell Township, New Jersey, found a lifeless body belonging to a Filipina inside her Sports Utility Vehicle covered in snow in the bottom of a ravine near her residence. Initial investigations suggest that she was a victim of foul play made to look like an accident.The gruesome killing of Michelle Rivera Nyce was one of the most sensationalized cases on the E
The Disappearance of Maya Millette (2021)
High school sweethearts are couples that tend to be the strongest and happiest partners. Unfortunately for Maya's case, her long-lasting relationship with her husband had become toxic up to a point where she became missing up to this date.Maya was last seen by her family at around 5 p.m. on January 7, 2021, at her residence on Paseo Los Gatos in Chula Vista, San Diego, California.Based on numerous
Chop-Chop Lady: The Gruesome Slaying of Elsa Castillo (1993)
Chop-chop lady cases in the Philippines have been among the most infamous incidents that caused public outrage in almost every decade since the first-ever chop-chop lady case happened to Lucila Lalu in the 1960s, which was never solved.Lucila was the first to fall victim to this kind of gruesome killing; however, she would not be the last. In the early 1990s, another chop-chop lady case would shoc
The Murder of British Expat Steven Davis (2002)
At midnight of July 18, 2002, a 32-year-old British businessman was found murdered at his apartment in Makati City, Metro Manila.For years, the case would go unsolved, while his mother battled to piece together the clues to his death. Exhausting every ounce of time, effort, and money she had, her life became consumed in trying to figure out who had killed her son.WEBSITE▸ https://phmurderstories.c
The Assassination of Former First Lady Aurora Quezon (1949)
On April 28, 1949, a former first lady of the Philippines was traveling to her husband's hometown for the Quezon Memorial Hospital's inauguration in Baler. Unfortunately, a group of armed men blocked the 13-vehicle convoy along a mountainous road in the province of Nueva Ecija. A group of 100 to 200 perpetrators fired at a Buick sedan containing Aurora Quezon; her daughter, Baby; her son
The Filipino Baby-Faced Killer: Gonzales Family Massacre in Australia (2001)
On July 10, 2001, a Filipino family of three was found murdered inside their residence in North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia. Initial reports suggest that the crime was racially motivated.However, further investigations say otherwise and their findings would later on shock the entire country that was almost fooled by the killer.The case was already complicated from the very start, as they had
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