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NBI DECLARES PET CREMATORY PROBE “CASE CLOSED” WATCH: NBI Director Melvin Matibag declared the agency’s investigation into the alleged improper disposal of pet remains in Bulacan and Cavite complete. The NBI is set to endorse the cases against four respondents to the Department of Justice today, Friday, November 6. The charges include estafa and violations of the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Matibag said investigators have identified the personalities involved and gathered the evidence needed to file the cases. However, he encouraged other affected pet owners to come forward and file complaints. The DOJ will handle the preliminary investigation. @bncdotph

NBI SET TO FILE ESTAFA, ILLEGAL DUMPING CASES IN PET CREMATORY CONTROVERSY LOOK: The NBI is set to file estafa and illegal dumping cases today, November 6, against four respondents over the alleged improper disposal of pet remains in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. Three of the respondents are owners of pet crematoriums in Cavite and Bulacan, while the fourth was allegedly tasked to bury the animal remains. @bncdotph

NBI SEEKS ILBO VS. 3 PET CREMATORY OWNERS WATCH: A copy of the NBI letter requesting the Department of Justice to issue an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order against three individuals who own and operate pet crematoriums in Cavite and Bulacan. They are under investigation following the discovery of 25 animal remains in a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. @bncdotph

WATCH: Iginiit ni alyas Edna, namamahala sa HPHT Pet Crematory sa San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, na walang alagang hayop mula sa sarili nilang mga kliyente ang kanilang ipinalibing. Ayon kay Edna, lahat ng pets na ipinagkatiwala sa kanila ay maayos na na-cremate at may mga record silang maipapakita upang patunayan ito. Nilinaw niya ito sa gitna ng kontrobersiya matapos nilang aminin na may mga labi ng alagang hayop mula sa Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium na ipinalibing nila dahil hindi na nila kayang tugunan ang dami ng ipinadadalang hayop. “Lahat po ng records ng pet namin, meron po kami. Kumbaga, kaya po naming i-testify na wala po kaming itinapon na pet ng kliyente namin,” ani Edna. @bncdotph

“WALANG KAPATAWARAN ANG NAGAWA NAMIN.” WATCH: Humingi ng tawad sina alyas Mike at alyas Edna, ang mag-asawang namamahala sa HPHT Pet Crematory sa San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, sa mga fur parent na naapektuhan ng kontrobersiya sa paglilibing ng mga labi ng mga alagang hayop mula sa Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium. Inamin ng mag-asawa na mali ang kanilang naging desisyon at batid nilang hindi madaling mapatawad ng mga may-ari ang kanilang ginawa. “Patawarin po sana nila ako,” pakiusap ni Mike. “Humihingi po kami ng patawad. Alam po namin na hindi katanggap-tanggap,” dagdag ni Edna. @bncdotph

“HUMANAP PO AKO NG MGA TAMBAY DOON SA AMIN.” WATCH: Inamin ni alyas Mike, asawa ni Edna at isa sa mga namamahala sa HPHT Pet Crematory sa San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, na kumuha siya ng mga tambay para maglibing ng ilan sa mga labi ng mga alagang hayop na ipinadala ng Ajhay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium. Ayon kay Mike, binayaran niya ng ₱3,000 ang mga ito at inutusang maayos na ilibing ang mga labi. Pero hindi raw niya alam na may ilan sa mga ito na itinapon sa iba’t ibang lugar. Kusang-loob na humarap sa NBI ang mag-asawa nitong Huwebes, November 5, habang nagpapatuloy ang imbestigasyon sa umano’y hindi wastong pagtatapon ng mga labi ng mga alagang hayop. @bncdotph

“WE ARE WINNING THE WAR ON DRUGS.” WATCH: DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla maintains that the government is making progress in its anti-drug campaign following the seizure of ₱1.36-B worth of shabu at the Manila International Container Port. Asked whether the successive multimillion-peso drug busts suggest syndicates are becoming bolder, Remulla argued that illegal drug prices have increased by 70 to 74% since 2022, while crime and drug use have reportedly declined. Authorities are also investigating a possible link between the 200-kilo Laos-origin drug shipment and the earlier ₱3.5-B foiled drug shipment. @bncdotph

WATCH: An address in Buhay na Tubig, Imus, Cavite, was listed as the destination of a shipment containing around 200 kilos of suspected shabu worth ₱1.36-B The drugs, shipped from Laos via Vietnam, were concealed inside carton boxes in a shipping container seized at the Manila International Container Port. However, the Bureau of Customs is still verifying whether the declared destination is legitimate or fictitious. @bncdotph

ANOTHER LAOS SHABU HAUL SEIZED WATCH: Around 200 kilos of suspected shabu worth ₱1.36-B, shipped from Laos via Vietnam, were seized at the Manila International Container Port after being concealed in carton boxes inside a shipping container. Authorities are tracing its intended destination, with cargo documents pointing to an address in Buhay na Tubig, Imus, Cavite. However, Customs has yet to verify whether the address is legitimate or fictitious. @bncdotph

BREAKING: The Bureau of Customs seized around 200 kilos of suspected shabu worth ₱1.3-B hidden among carton boxes inside a shipping container at the Manila International Container Port. DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla, along with PDEA and PNP officials, was present during the viewing of the seized drugs. The shipment, which originated from Lao PDR and was loaded in Haiphong, Vietnam, was flagged through intelligence reports. Authorities are now tracing its origins and identifying those behind the attempted smuggling. @bncdotph

“IT REALLY HURTS.” WATCH: An emotional fur parent is demanding justice for her 13-year-old Shih Tzu-Maltese mix, Jennifer, whose remains were among those allegedly dumped in a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. The NBI is now investigating the alleged improper disposal of 29 dogs and cats, with animal welfare groups and affected pet owners seeking accountability and the filing of appropriate charges. @bncdotph

NBI FORENSIC TESTS TO CHECK AUTHENTICITY OF PET ASHES WATCH: The NBI will conduct forensic examinations on ashes provided by Ajhay Pet Crematorium to determine whether these truly came from the deceased pets of their owners. NBI Director Melvin Matibag assured victims and representatives of the Animal Kingdom Foundation (AKF) and Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)that investigators will also examine the crematorium’s operations, records, and documents, securing court subpoenas if necessary. Matibag also urged victims who may be receiving threats or are hesitant to personally visit the NBI to inform investigators, assuring them that NBI personnel can coordinate with them and conduct visits when necessary. @bncdotph

WATCH: The Animal Kingdom Foundation is at the NBI in Pasay to seek a stronger investigation into the alleged illegal dumping of dead dogs and cats in Bulacan. Atty. Heidi Marquez-Caguioa, the foundation’s president and program director, hopes the NBI’s involvement will encourage more affected pet owners to come forward and file complaints. They are also asking the NBI to examine the ashes returned to pet owners to verify whether these really came from their deceased pets. @bncdotph

FIRST ON BNC: Some pet owners who may have been victims of the alleged improper disposal of animal remains are at the NBI to seek assistance and file complaints. The NBI is now conducting a comprehensive investigation into the incident, including the operations of Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium in Bacoor, Cavite. @bncdotph

WATCH: As of 9:00 a.m. on Friday, October 30, the Batangas Port passenger terminal has yet to experience the Undas rush, with no long queues or significant crowd buildup observed so far. @bncdotph

P50-M BOUNTY TO BE RETURNED TO GOVT. IF NBI ARRESTS BATO WATCH: NBI Director Melvin Matibag says the reward for the arrest of Senator Bato dela Rosa will be returned to the government if the NBI apprehends the senator. Matibag says the money could also be used for public service, including a possible contribution to the NBI’s retirement fund. @bncdotph

WATCH: NBI Director Melvin Matibag confirmed that celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Eric Yapjuangco, also known as Doc Yappy, appeared before the bureau to submit evidence in response to allegations linked to the death of a Filipino-American reality TV star’s mother following a cosmetic procedure at Icon Clinic. Matibag said the NBI will hear all sides and ensure a fair investigation. @bncdotph

“ONE BY LYING, THE OTHER BY MISINTERPRETING MALICIOUSLY ONE OF MY POSTS” WATCH: Former National Security Adviser Clarita Carlos files cyberlibel complaints against Rear Admiral Jay Tarriela and PMA Superintendent Lt. Gen. Michael Logico. Carlos accuses one of the two officials of lying about an alleged walkout during her lecture, while accusing the other of maliciously misinterpreting her Facebook post about boycotting Made in China products. She also criticizes what she describes as Tarriela’s “very, very malicious and vulgar joke” about her post on China-made underwear. Carlos says she is leaving the matter to the NBI to handle. @bncdotph