8 of 10 Escapees from Batangas Provincial Jail Captured in Hot Pursuit Operations

**** by: Edjun Mariposque

****

July 28, 2025

3–5 minutes

Camp BGen Vicente P. Lim, Batangas – Eight out of ten persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) who escaped from the Batangas Provincial Jail were successfully recaptured in a swift and coordinated hot pursuit operation conducted by the Sto. Tomas Component City Police Station (CCPS) and Ibaan Municipal Police Station on Monday, July 28, 2025.

According to initial reports, the jailbreak occurred at around 9:30 AM at the Batangas Provincial Rehabilitation Center located in Brgy. Malainin, Ibaan, Batangas. One of the inmates reportedly held a prison guard at knifepoint using an ice pick and seized his firearm. This triggered a commotion, which allowed nine other inmates to flee toward Brgy. Quilo in Ibaan.

Immediately, the Ibaan Municipal Police launched a pursuit operation, resulting in the arrest of three escapees by 10:44 AM in Sitio Burol, Brgy. Coliat, Ibaan. The captured individuals were identified by their aliases: “Cesar,” “Zieg,” and “Bob.” They are now in the custody of the Ibaan police.

By 1:30 PM, Sto. Tomas CCPS received intelligence indicating that five of the remaining escapees were onboard an ALPS bus traveling along the STAR Tollway. Acting swiftly, the police intercepted the bus at the northbound lane between the boundaries of Tanauan and Sto. Tomas City. The fugitives surrendered peacefully without resistance.

The five were identified as aliases “Armando,” “Norman,” “Dennis,” “Michael,” and “Lester.” Confiscated from them were a 9mm Llama pistol, live ammunition, a magazine, a balisong (butterfly knife), several keys, and cash amounting to ₱59,673.00. They are currently in the custody of the Sto. Tomas CCPS for documentation before being turned over to the appropriate authorities for re-detention.

Police Brigadier General Jack L. Wanky lauded the rapid and well-coordinated efforts of the Ibaan and Sto. Tomas police forces. “We will not stop pursuing those who run from the law. Above all, the safety of the public remains our top priority,” he said in a statement.

The arrested PDLs were previously charged with serious offenses including violations of RA 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002), robbery, homicide, direct assault, kidnapping, and murder.

Authorities are still tracking down the remaining two escapees. PBGEN Wanky urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious individuals or activities in their communities.

#EdjunMariposque

#CalambaCityUpdates

#NewsStringerTV

#NSTV

#CCU

🏥 PANHERO ANG TAMANG LANDAS DRUG REHABILITATION AND TREATMENT CENTER 🏥
DOH Accredited: 4A-003-2325-DR-2
📍 Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay Road, Brgy. Lumil, Silang, Cavite

At the Panhero Tamang Landas Rehabilitation Center, we are not just a rehabilitation center. In addition to prioritizing improvement and recovery, we also emphasize the value of education. We are now offering ALS and TESDA short courses for our patients to pursue, whether they are currently at the center or after completing their required stay for recovery.

TOP REHABILITATION FACILITY
🏆 Gintong Parangal
🏆 Philippines Golden Eagle Awards
🏆 Asian Top Choice Awards

HIGHLIGHTS
✅ Air-conditioned Facility
✅ Admin Room
✅ Comfortable Bedrooms with 4 patients maximum per roof
✅ Clinic and Pharmacy
✅ Family Room for Engagements and Life Coaching

SERVICES
✔️ Individual Counseling Sessions
✔️ Group Therapy Sessions
✔️ Medication Assisted Treatment
(Manage withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings)
✔️ Medical Exams and Laboratories (Complete package)
A. Physical Examination
B. X-ray, ECG, VDRL etc.
C. Drug Test
D. Drug Dependency Exam
✔️ Psychiatric and Psychological Evaluation
✔️ Family Therapy Sessions
✔️ Life Skills Training
✔️ Recreational Activities
✔️ Spiritual Program
✔️ Alternative Learning System (ALS) DEPED
✔️ Skills Training (TESDA Certificate)
✔️ Aftercare Program

24/7 CARE ASSISTANCE
🏥 Mental Care Treatment with Licensed/Accredited Professionals
🏥 Dental Care
🏥 Laboratory & Diagnostic Care
🏥 Pharmaceutical Care

AMENITIES & OTHER ACTIVITIES
🍿 Movie
👯 Zumba Session
🎹 Piano
🏋🏻‍♂️ Gym and Physical Fitness Equipment
🎱 Billiard and Pool table
🏓 Table Tennis Table
🏀 Basketball Court
🏐 Volleyball
🏸 Badminton
♟️ Board games
🎸 Drums and Guitars
🌿 Gardening

PAYMENTS
💳 Credit cards
💳 Grab Pay QR Code
💳 BDO Pay
💳 GCash
💳 Alipay
💳 Maya

CALL TO CONTACT
☎️ PLDT: (046) 889-8978
☎️ SMART: (0999) 990-9096
☎️ GLOBE: (0917) 539-8883

Start your recovery with us TODAY!

Changing Lives: Free Cleft Palate Services Offered by Pandemic Hero Foundation Inc.

As an organization that cares for the welfare of the people, we, Pandemic Hero Foundation Inc., are looking for people with cleft palate whom we will be helping with the help of our sponsored partners. This is a free service to offer for it is our heart that speaks from sharing our strong partnership with people and changing the way they live their lives – to what they deserve. This is not a business for personal gains, but more of reaching out and promoting a helping hand.

Pandemic Hero Foundation Inc.
Location: Purok Uno, Brgy. Lumil, Silang, Cavite.