Barangay Leader Brutally Murdered During Live Broadcast
The peaceful evening of November 25, 2025, turned tragic in Digos City, Davao del Sur when Barangay Tres de Mayo Captain Oscar "Dodong" Bucol Jr. was shot dead while conducting a Facebook Live session. The horrifying incident occurred around 9 p.m., with the entire attack captured on the victim's live video feed.
PNP Launches Aggressive Manhunt Operation
In response to the brazen killing, Philippine National Police (PNP) acting chief Police Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. issued a directive on Thursday, November 27, 2025, ordering all police units in Davao del Sur and neighboring provinces to mobilize tracker teams and conduct intensive follow-up operations.
Nartatez emphasized the police force's commitment to justice, stating: "We are committed to bringing justice to the victim and his family. I have ordered our operatives to pursue every lead and exhaust all means to locate and arrest those responsible."
Investigation Progress and Security Measures
Investigators have made significant progress in the case, having identified several persons of interest based on statements and names previously mentioned by the victim in his social media posts. This development provides crucial leads for the ongoing investigation.
To encourage public cooperation, authorities are maintaining a P2-million reward for information that leads to the arrest of the suspects. Nartatez has called on local residents to immediately report any useful information to authorities.
Police forces have tightened security measures across Digos City to prevent similar incidents. "The safety of the community is our priority. Rest assured, we will not stop until justice is served and the perpetrators are held accountable," Nartatez assured the public.
The shocking nature of the crime, occurring during a live social media broadcast, has sent ripples through the community and highlighted concerns about public safety for local officials.
