Body of missing Apayao resident found after 3 days of search
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The remains of a resident of Pudtol, Apayao were recovered near Dacao Dam on Sunday, Sept. 20, three days after she was reported missing, the municipal government said.
Revelyn Balatoc was reported missing on Sept. 17, prompting the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council to activate its Emergency Operations Center and launch search operations.
Her remains were turned over to the Scene of the Crime Operations (SOCO) in Apayao for proper procedures.
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The municipal government did not disclose the circumstances surrounding Balatoc’s death. Her age and cause of death have also not been released pending the appropriate examination.
Pudtol Mayor Edmar Pascua committed burial assistance and other support to Balatoc’s family, according to the municipal government.
The LGU thanked responders, barangay personnel and volunteers who took part in the search and recovery operation. /cb
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