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PNP orders thorough probe into violent attacks on teachers in Aklan, Davao de Oro

Published Jul 31, 2026 03:48 pm

At A Glance

  • The Philippine National Police (PNP) ordered a thorough investigation into separate attacks on teachers in Aklan and Davao de Oro, with one incident resulting in the death of an educator and another leaving a teacher injured.
  • Police Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., PNP chief, vowed impartial investigations and the prompt filing of appropriate charges, stressing that violence has no place in schools or communities.
  • The police will also strengthen community policing by holding dialogues with parents, students, teachers, and barangay officials to promote peaceful conflict resolution and help prevent similar incidents.
(Courtesy of Philippine National Police)
(Courtesy of Philippine National Police)
The Philippine National Police (PNP) mobilized its field units to ensure accountability in two separate alleged assaults on public school teachers, one of which claimed the life of an educator in Aklan, while another was injured in Davao de Oro.
Police Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., PNP chief, said all concerned police units have been tasked to conduct comprehensive investigations and ensure the prompt filing of appropriate charges.
“These incidents are deeply concerning. Violence has no place in our schools or communities, and the PNP will pursue impartial and thorough investigations to deliver justice for the victims,” Nartatez said.
The first case involved a 52-year-old teacher in New Washington, Aklan who died after he was allegedly punched several times by a 19-year-old man during a gathering on July 26.
Police investigators said the victim fell from his motorcycle after the assault, hit the ground, lost consciousness, and later died in the hospital. The suspect is under police custody.
In a separate incident, a 55-year-old teacher of Elizalde National High School in Maco, Davao de Oro was allegedly attacked on July 27 by two minor students after he reprimanded one of them for wearing an earring in violation of school rules.
Police said one of the students attempted to punch the teacher before his brother joined the assault. The teacher sustained injuries, sought medical treatment, and filed a complaint.
The two minors were turned over to the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office while the Department of Education opened its own investigation.
Meanwhile, Nartatez directed police commanders nationwide to strengthen community policing efforts by holding dialogues with parents, students, teachers, and barangay officials to help prevent violence in schools.
The PNP said the initiative seeks to promote peaceful conflict resolution, encourage respect for teachers, and strengthen cooperation between schools and communities.
“Teachers dedicate their lives to educating our youth. They should never have to fear for their safety. We in the PNP will continue working with schools and communities to help provide a safe environment where educators can perform their duties with confidence,” Nartatez said.

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