Body of unidentified man with “huwag tularan” note found in Talisay City, Cebu

• The body of a man in his early 30s was found with gunshot wounds on the side of a road in Barangay Manipis, Talisay City, Cebu

• The victim had his hands bound with duct tape and a cloth covering his face, with a note that read, "Huwag tularan" (Do not imitate) left at the scene

• The Talisay City Police are investigating the case, with illegal drug activities as a primary motive behind the killing

• While the victim has been tentatively identified, police are withholding his name pending proper notification of his family

Local authorities are investigating the discovery of a man's body, which was found with multiple gunshot wounds on the side of a road in Barangay Manipis on Monday morning.

The victim, who remains unidentified by police, was found with his hands bound and his face covered, a grim scene that has led investigators to consider a drug-related motive.

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According to a report from GMA Regional TV Balitang Bisdak, the victim's hands were secured with duct tape, and a piece of cloth was wrapped around his face.

A chilling note was also found placed near his feet, bearing the message, “Huwag tularan” (Do not imitate).

Such notes have become a common, chilling signature in vigilante-style killings, often associated with the illegal drug trade.

Police Lieutenant Colonel Maila Maramag, the chief of the Talisay City Police Office, confirmed that the victim has been tentatively identified, though his name is being withheld pending proper notification of his family.

Maramag stated that the victim is believed to be in his early 30s. Forensic investigators found several empty shell casings at the scene, indicating that the victim was likely killed at the location where his body was found.

The police are currently looking into all possible angles but are primarily focusing on the victim's possible involvement in illegal drug activities.

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The nature of the crime—the public display of the body and the threatening note—is consistent with methods used by drug syndicates to send a warning to others.

This method of killing is also meant to intimidate those who might consider cooperating with law enforcement.

The Talisay City Police are urging anyone with information about the crime to come forward. They are also reviewing local CCTV footage and speaking with residents in the area to gather more details that could lead to the arrest of the perpetrators.

The incident has caused alarm among residents, many of whom are concerned about the growing number of violent crimes in the community.

The discovery serves as a grim reminder of the challenges authorities face in maintaining peace and order.

While the investigation is in its early stages, police are determined to bring those responsible to justice. They continue to call for public cooperation to help solve the case and prevent similar incidents in the future.

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In other news, a wanted man was arrested in Lubao, Pampanga after being identified through his tattoo during an online live selling session. Authorities said he was facing charges of estafa and carnapping. Victims claimed he issued six postdated checks for anime figurine purchases worth ₱800,000–₱900,000, all of which bounced. The PNP-HPG urged other victims, estimated at around 40, to coordinate with them for filing more cases.

Still in other news, Fire Superintendent Jenny Mae Masip confirmed meeting with Fritz, the owner of the house linked to the Barangay 27 fire. Fritz denied using candles or deliberately setting their home on fire, consistent with investigators’ initial findings. Authorities recovered an extension wire, and Fritz admitted tapping electricity from a neighbor. The family escaped after waking up to smoke and confirmed the house was their own property, not rented.

Source: KAMI.com.gh