Operatives from the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group-Cavite Provincial Field Unit, in coordination with the Cavite Maritime Police Station and Donsol MPS, conducted a police operation that led to the apprehension of “Michael” in Barangay Bororan, Donsol, Sorsogon, on December 21.
According to CIDG Acting Director Brig.Gen. Nicolas D. Torre III, Michael is tagged as the No. 6 Most Wanted Person (Regional Level) of PRO 4A and was arrested by virtue of two Warrants of Arrest for Homicide issued by RTC Imus City, Cavite.
One warrant was issued by Hon. Eduardo Cruz Solangon Jr., Presiding Judge of RTC Branch 125, dated November 13, 2024, with a recommended bail of P120,000.00, while the other was issued by Hon. Amabel Borbe Robles-Buenaluz, Presiding Judge of RTC Branch 20, dated August 24, 2024, with a recommended bail of P40,000.00.
Michael is known as a notorious serial killer, implicated in several heinous crimes, including the stabbing death of Domingo, a resident of Phase 1 B8 L4 Mary Cris Subd., Barangay Bucandala III, Imus City, Cavite, on November 2, 2015, following a heated argument during a drinking spree.
He was also the prime suspect in the murder of Elisio in San Ramon, Donsol, Sorsogon, on September 11, 2012.
Along with an accomplice, Micheal entered the victim’s bedroom, stabbing him multiple times and slashing his neck, which resulted in the victim’s death.
Furthermore, Michael was involved in the stabbing and slashing of the necks of two victims, Ryan and Orlando , on October 15, 2023, at Barangay Alapan 1A, Imus, Cavite.
The victims were sitting outside their house when Michael appeared and, without provocation, attacked them, leading to their deaths. After committing the crime, Michael went into hiding in his hometown of Donsol, Sorsogon.
Chief PNP PGen. Rommel Francisco D. Marbil, commended the CIDG’s efforts “This operation demonstrates the PNP’s unwavering commitment to apprehending fugitives and ensuring public safety. The arrest of Michael sends a clear message that no criminal can evade justice. We remain steadfast in our fight for the peace and security of our nation.”
