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7 PNPA cadets, 2 police officers face charges over hazing incident

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Seven cadets remain in police custody following a hazing incident at the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) on April 3, 2026. The group consists of five third-class cadets and two second-class cadets, facing a violation of Republic Act 11053, also known as the Anti-Hazing Act of 2018.

The cadets facing charges have been identified as:

  • Cdt 3C Harold Locop Heje
  • Cdt 3C  Lance Elroy Guinitaran Gayramon
  • Cdt 3C Mhiccho Legarda Escalante
  • Cdt 3C Renz Matthew Abuhan Cutab
  • Cdt 3C Renald Perfecto Brunio
  • Cdt 2C James Baldazan Bandao
  • Cdt 2C Christopher Fernandez Dayag

Two police officers are also included, facing a charge related to the incident, including: PMaj. Mark Anthony Cailing and PSMS Silverio Dolorfino Jr.

With reports from Lea Ylagan

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