SAN JUAN, Batangas – The burned and chopped body of a woman was found in Sitio Centro, Barangay Barualte here on Monday night.
A couple found the body in their backyard and reported their discovery to the barangay captain who informed the police.
Investigators said the victim is 32-years-old and a neighbor of the couple.
Police said the victim's body was dismembered and thrown into burning wood.
The Batangas Provincial Forensic Unit has been called to process the scene and identify the victim.
A follow-up investigation is underway.