The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) has enforced a 90-day preventive suspension on a dozen police officers as part of its ongoing inquiry into the disappearance of several sabungeros, or cockfighting enthusiasts. Among those suspended are Police Lieutenant Colonel Ryan Jay Eliab Orapa, Police Major Mark Philip Simborio Almedilla, and Police Colonel Jacinto Rodriguez Malinao Jr.

This disciplinary action follows a complaint-affidavit filed on July 14 by whistleblower Julie "Dondon" Patidongan, together with the families of the missing individuals, accusing certain police personnel of involvement in the disappearances.

Efforts to obtain statements from Police Colonel Malinao have so far been unsuccessful, and attempts to contact the Philippine National Police for information on other officers implicated remain unanswered. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to resolve the case and bring clarity to the allegations.