The Mabolo Police Station in Cebu City has officially concluded its investigation into the tragic death of Reverend Father Decoroso "Cocoi" Olimilla, bringing clarity to a case that has drawn significant public attention.
Investigation Findings and Autopsy Results
Authorities closed the case after receiving official autopsy results that confirmed no foul play was involved in the priest's death. The police investigation determined that no other individual committed a crime related to the incident that occurred inside Fr. Olimilla's condominium unit in Barangay Mabolo, Cebu City on November 12, 2025.
Lieutenant Colonel Joe Losbaños, the information officer for the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO), provided crucial details about the investigative process. A team from the Scene of the Crime Operations (Soco) conducted a thorough examination of the site on Friday, November 14, 2025. Investigators found no signs of struggle within the priest's condominium unit, a key factor in their assessment.
Key Evidence and Witness Accounts
During their investigation, authorities recovered a sharp knife that was allegedly used in the incident. The investigative team also meticulously reviewed closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage from the condominium hallway, which revealed that no one apart from a woman identified as the victim's companion had entered the unit.
This account was corroborated by interviews with the building's security guard, who stated that no male individuals had entered the unit besides the woman, whom they initially believed to be the priest's wife. The consistency between the CCTV evidence and witness statements provided investigators with a clear picture of the events leading up to the discovery of Fr. Olimilla's death.
Case Resolution and Notification
Fr. Decoroso "Cocoi" Olimilla was laid to rest on Tuesday, the same day that police made the formal decision to close the investigation. The CCPO has notified both the Cebu Archdiocese and the priest's relatives regarding the outcome of their thorough investigation, providing closure to all parties involved.
With the case now officially closed, the community can begin the healing process while remembering the life and service of Fr. Olimilla, whose death has been determined by authorities to not involve criminal activity by any other person.
