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LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Assassination of Percy (Lapid) MabasaIn this, sadly, last episode of Lagim: A Filipino True Crime Podcast (for now), we look at the assassination of veteran broadcaster Percy Mabasa — better known as Percy Lapid. His killing in 2022 sent shockwaves through Philippine media, exposed a tangled network of alleged corruption, and raised urgent questions about the safety of journalists who dare to speak truth to power.In this episode, I walk you through the case: the planning, the attack, the claims and counter-claims that followed, and why the investigation gripped — and frustrated — so many Filipinos. As Lagim goes on hiatus, I wanted to feature a stor...
2025-12-1157 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Case of Ana AbulabanIn this episode of Lagim: A Filipino True Crime Podcast, we examine the harrowing case of Ana Abulaban, a Filipina mother whose life was cut short in a brutal double murder in San Diego. Her husband, Ali Abulaban—known online as TikTok personality “JinnKid”—was charged with her killing, along with the murder of a male friend she was with.We explore Ana’s background, her efforts to escape an increasingly toxic and abusive marriage, and how social media fame often hides the darker realities behind closed doors. This case sheds light on domestic violence, coercive control, and the tragic...
2025-05-161h 04
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Disappearance of Lisa Marie Young ft. Laura Palmer of the Island Crime PodcastIn this special episode of LAGIM: A Filipino True Crime Podcast, I delve into a case that, at first glance, seems to have no ties to the Philippines. But dig a little deeper, and an unexpected connection begins to surface. Lisa Marie Young was a vibrant, young Indigenous woman from Nanaimo, British Columbia. She was on the brink of major life changes when she vanished without a trace just before Canada Day in 2002. More than two decades later, no one has been arrested or held accountable for her disappearance.The last person seen with Lisa was C...
2025-05-0256 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Stories of Flor Contemplacion and Sarah BalabaganIn this episode, I revisit two OFW stories that profoundly shaped how I understand many of the themes we often explore on this podcast. The cases of Flor Contemplacion and Sarah Balabagan — two Filipina domestic workers whose names became symbols of injustice, sacrifice, and national reckoning in the 1990s — shook the Philippines and made global headlines. Their stories exposed the harsh realities faced by many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), and the ways systemic failure, diplomacy, and public outcry collide.Sources are here.Support me through gifts and donations at BuyMeCoffee.To...
2025-04-1845 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Martial Law Series: The Manili Massacre and the Boyet and Primitivo Mijares CaseLagimFam, in this instalment of the Martial Law Series, I have a double feature.Firstly, I feature the case of the Manili Massacre, one of the many Marcos-era massacres that was perpetrated against the Bangsamoro People. This part of the podcast is heavy with historical context in order to undertand the Bangsamoro struggle for self-determination better and trauma left by not only the Manili Massacre but all the atrocities inflicted on Muslim Filipinos.In the second part of the episode, I talk about the Boyet and Primitivo Mijares case, one of those Martial Law mysteries that...
2025-04-0456 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Leo Echegaray CaseAs the Philippines is getting ready to vote again, another favourite political hot-button topic is being whipped out to get the masses riled up and divided. The death penalty is a favourite talking point by politicians who wish to project a strong-man position towards their voters who are rightfully tired of crimes happening in the country.But as studies have shown time and time again, the death penalty does not deter crime as addressing crime is all about looking at its root causes and addressing those instead.This all reminded me of a case that caught...
2025-03-2155 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Case of January Marie LapuzFor this International Women's Month, I talk about the case of January Marie Lapuz.In September 2012, January, a vibrant and beloved Filipina transwoman, was brutally stabbed in her Vancouver home. Her killer fled the scene, sparking a two-month manhunt and exposing the systemic failures that leave marginalized communities vulnerable in Canada.January’s story is one of resilience, love, and tragedy—a Filipina immigrant who found community and purpose in Canada, only to have her life cut short by violence. This episode explores her life, the investigation into her death, and the ongoing fight for justice and...
2025-03-0741 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Mary Jane Veloso CaseIn this episode, I thoroughly examine the case of Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipino domestic worker who was arrested in Indonesia in 2010 for smuggling heroin—a crime she insists she was duped into committing by human traffickers. Sentenced to death, her case has been a long and painful journey marked by her family’s tireless fight, the support of allies and advocates, and political complexities that spanned three Philippine presidencies.I highlight how Mary Jane’s case was politicised to her detriment, becoming a symbol during the Duterte administration’s brutal war on drugs, yet offering little hope of resol...
2024-12-081h 40
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Cases of Mitzi Joy Balunsay, Queen Leanne Daguinsin and Jastine ValdezIn this episode, I delve into the heartbreaking stories of three young women whose lives were cut short by senseless violence.First, I explore the case of Mitzi Joy Balunsay, a young and promising college student in the Philippines who was murdered in 2017 under harrowing circumstances that continue to haunt her community. I also examine the 2023 murder of Queen Leanne Daguinsin, another vibrant young student whose brutal death revealed unsettling truths about campus safety. Lastly, I recount the case of Jastine Valdez, a Filipina in Ireland whose life was stolen in an abduction that shook two nations and...
2024-11-1448 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeTales of Modern Slavery + interview with Marissa Begonia of Voices of Domestic Workers (UK)In this episode, I feature three cases that all involve the heinous crime of modern slavery and its iterations. This episode is in commemoration of Anti-Slavery Day, which is celebrated yearly on October 18th.The first case in this episode is from the US and it involves a Filipina who was kept hidden as a slave by her Filipino "employers" for a total of 19 years.The second case is an Australian case that stunned residents of Sydney in the early 2000s. It involves a young Filipina who was initially hired as a...
2024-10-191h 49
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeUPDATE Episode - The Kingdom of QuiboloyIt has been two years since I last covered the case of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy and his megachurch, The Kingdom of Jesus Christ, The Name Above Every Name.I cover a lot in this episode, so make sure you take breaks in between. In this episode, I make sure to highlight how Quiboloy went from confident preacher to a church leader in hiding. There are going to be details about the case in the US and the Philippines and how Quiboloy became the straw that broke the camel's back when it came to the Marcos-Duterte alliance....
2024-10-011h 48
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeRe-Release - The Death of Bree Jonson (Third Death Anniversary)In this episode, I delve into the life and untimely death of the talented Filipino artist Bree Jonson. Known for her evocative, nature-inspired paintings, Bree was on the cusp of further recognition in the art world when tragedy struck. On 18th September 2021, she was found dead in a hotel room in La Union, a popular beach town in the Philippines. Beside her was Julian Ongpin, the son of a wealthy and influential businessman, which immediately added layers of complexity and controversy to the case.Was it a tragic accident, or is there something more sinister at play? I...
2024-09-171h 37
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe RCA Heist and Axe SlaughterIn this episode, I dive into one of the most chilling and brutal crimes in Manila's history. On August 26, 1963, a violent robbery at the RCA Building on Canonigo Street shocked the city, leaving five security guards dead and others narrowly escaping with their lives.Armed with an axe found on the scene and a twisted plan, the gang of perpetrators pulled off a staggering heist, but the real twist lies in who was behind it all. Tune in and listen to the details of this gruesome crime, the investigation that followed, and how justice was ultimately served.
2024-09-1238 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Murder of Steven DavisIn this episode, I explore the mysterious and tragic death of Steven Alston Davis, a British national found dead in his Makati apartment in 2002. What seemed like an ordinary crime turned into a shocking revelation of betrayal and deceit. Who was responsible for this heinous act, and what were the true motives behind it?Join me as I piece together the events leading up to that fateful night, uncovering secrets that would leave even the most seasoned investigators stunned.Tune in to hear the full story and unravel the truth behind one of the Philippines' most...
2024-08-3053 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Death of Ensign Philip PestañoIn September 1995, Felipe and Evelyn Pestaño were anticipating the return of their son Philip who was working on board the BRP Bacolod. Their son was a young cargo officer in the Philippine Navy. What was supposed to be a heartwarming welcome turned into a bitter and tragic realisation that Philip had apparently died on board the navy ship under very suspicious circumstances. What followed were years of agony, legal battles and disappointment after disappointment for the Pestaño family.Listen now to learn more about this case.***LagimFam, this is the season finale for season 4. To...
2024-08-291h 01
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeLAGIM: After Hours on The Disappearance of Catherine CamilonMabuhay, LagimFam!Welcome to the first ever episode of Lagim: After Hours, a semi-regular bonus content series that I am embedding in the regular feed as well as on my YouTube feed.The episodes are mainly a more freestyle vodcast but I have extracted the audio for the podcat-only audience in case you do not want to watch a video.There are not a lot of SFX, bits and bobs, we just dive right into the topic and case and see where it leads us.After Hours will cover smaller cases, cases...
2023-12-2932 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Killing of Jemboy BaltazarOn the 2nd August 2023, Jerhode Jemboy Baltazar and his friend, Sonny Boy, planned a fishing trip to earn a couple of bucks. The boys set out to first clean their boats before sailing out but as they were minding their business, a group of police officers approached their area in Navotas and opened fire.Sonny Boy saw his friend fall into the water, only to never surface alive anymore. Another young soul taken by the very authorities tasked to protect and serve Filipinos.Jemboy's killing ignited discussions around the culture of corruption, violence and impunity within...
2023-12-2251 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Murder of Jullebee Cabilis RanaraOverseas Filipino Workers or OFWs have long been dubbed as the Philippines' modern-day heroes. They leave family and friends, their comfort zones, their culture and homes behing to try their luck in foreign and far-flung countries, hoping to earn a better living than from the few opportunities offered back home.In July 2022, Jullebee Cabilis Ranara, a native of Las Piñas decided to try her luck again in Kuwait after a successful stint in Bahrain some years before. In the early days of her stay with her Kuwaiti employer, there had already been signs that Jullebee may not h...
2023-10-271h 01
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Pamplona Massacre and Killing of Roel DegamoOn the 4th March, a group of armed men in military gear entered the residence of Negros Oriental governor Roel Degamo. What looked to be a normal Saturday of meeting his constituents suddenly turned into a nightmare that his family is still living to this very day. In a matter of days, it became apparent that the killing of Degamo was not just an unfortunate incident. Signs and evidence point at a greater conspiracy to eliminate the governor who may have stood in the way of another family's political ambitions.Listen now to learn more about...
2023-10-131h 11
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Chilling Case of Blessie GotingcoHi LagimFam!I am releasing this episode a week earlier as it is my birthday weekend and I want to fully be in the moment for the next weekend and the next couple of weeks as I go travelling again.So today, I am presenting the story of Blessie Gotingco, a Filipino expat in New Zealand who in 2014 met a cruel fate at the hands of someone who was not completely unknown to the authorities. This was a heartbreaking one for me to cover because at the very core of this case is the fact that...
2023-09-2242 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeRe-release - The Ongoing Case of Bree JonsonTwo years after her death, justice for Filipino artist Bree Jonson remains elusive. This is frustrating, heartbreaking and a stark reminder that the wheels of the justice system in our country are so slow and so hindered by power, influence and wealth that it might as well be stationary at this point.I decided to re-release this to help the case in some small way, to have people care more or care again, to get her name out again because her family deserves closure and we, as Filipinos, need to see once in a while that...
2023-09-181h 37
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Martial Law Series: The Incredible Life of Lorena BarrosHi LagimFam! This is the last instalment of the Martial Law Series for this season.In this episode, I look into the incredible life of Maria Lorena Barros, a remarkable Filipina activist and the founder of MAKIBAKA. From her early years to her pivotal role in the face of Martial Law, Lorena's story is a testament to the power of conviction and resilience. Join me as I honour her legacy and explore the impact of her tireless dedication to justice and equality.The link to my sources are here.Support me:
2023-09-1525 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Martial Law Series: The Escalante Massacre Of 1985Hi LagimFam!I am finally back and with me is this season's first instalment of The Martial Law Series.In this episode, I delve into a somber chapter of Philippine history as we explore the Escalante Massacre of 1985. Join me as I give a brief history of sugar and as I uncover the events leading up to that fateful day in the town of Escalante, Negros Occidental, and the tragic consequences that unfolded. I briefly discuss the political climate of the time, the plight of sugar workers and activists, and the brutal crackdown on their peaceful...
2023-09-0140 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Cases of Jessa Remiendo and Ebeng MayorIn this Pride Month episode, I cover two cases involving a trans woman and a trans man, respectively. I talk about Jessa Remiendo from Pangasinan and Ebeng Mayor from Quezon City. I want to issue one of many trigger warnings at this point as some of the details in these cases are truly upsetting.***For the past two years or so, I have refused to cover cases of our fellow Filipinos within the LGBTQIA community during this month because I thought I'd be doing more harm than good. But in the wake of so many recent...
2023-06-2441 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeGUEST EPISODE - Bedtime True Crime - The Tokyo Subway AttackLinks to our partner, Bedtime True CrimeSpotify - CLICK HEREApple - CLICK HEREHi LagimFam!This week I am doing something a bit different. As I need more time to prep the next Lagim episode, my friends over at 1Up Media thought it would be a great idea to have the second episode of their newest Podcast, Bedtime True Crime, make a guest disappearance on Lagim's feed. I thought it was a great idea too!Bedtime True Crime is a calm...
2023-06-0818 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Mitsero Killings (feat details about the new TV show, Cattleya Killer)Mabuhay, LagimFam.This week, come dive with me into an international case that has echoed globally - the Mitsero Killings, involving Cyprus' first recognized serial killer.In this episode, I narrate the chilling events in the serene village of Mitsero in Cyprus. I cover the 2019 discovery of the bodies of several women and children, all foreign workers and their dependents, concealed in suitcases in a toxic lake.I honour the victims' lives cut short and scrutinise the societal conditions that made them vulnerable to this heinous crime. This coverage includes the local police investigation...
2023-05-2849 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Given Grace Cebanico StoryOn 11th October 2011, some residents of Brgy Putho-Tuntungin in Los Baños, Laguna woke up to a horrible discovery in one of their canals. It was the body of a young woman who seemed to have been murdered only a few hours before.This discovery would send shockwaves all throughout the municipality of Los Baños, best known for the University of Los Baños, a top state university that sits in an open campus, embedded in the local community.Listen to this episode now to learn more about Given Grace Cebanico whose case became a cas...
2023-04-2840 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Hazing of Atio CastilloIn September 2017, a family was left waiting and then reeling when reports emerged that their son has died as a result of hazing. A once brilliant light in his family's life, Atio's star was extinguished so prematurely after going through the intiation rites of teh Aegis Juris Fraternity, a fraternity based and supported by the University of Santo Tomas Law School.Atio's death sparked media outrage and a burning desire within his parents to end the system tha killed their son. Listen now to this episode to learn more about Atio's story and to also hear a few...
2023-04-1150 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Story of Bennylyn and Jellica BurkeIt was 2021 and most of the world was still in the tight grip of the COVID-19 pandemic that started the year before. Countries had implemented strict lockdowns. Life as we knew it came to a grinding halt and we were being bombarded by daily updates of COVID deaths, as if it was just a part of our lives then.It was therefore all the more jarring when news out of the UK talked of a missing Filipina and her young daughter. The news stood out. It was not COVID-related but, as it turned out, it was just as...
2023-03-1950 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Disappearance of Karen Empeño and Sherlyn CadapanIn 2006, two UP Diliman students and an elderly farmer from Hagonoy, Bulacan were forcibly taken, abducted and illegally detained in secret military facilities as a part of a crackdown on activists suspected of supporting the military arm of the Communist Party of the Philippines, the NPA or National People's Army.The three desaparecidos' case would come to highlight a deeply corrupt military system, propped by the government at the time and a wildly obtuse way at looking at left-leaning activists and supporters, leading to brutal crimes and trauma.Listen now to learn about Karen and Sherlyn...
2023-02-081h 02
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Unsettling Case of Emelita ReevesIn October 1994, friends of Emelita Villa Reeves woke up, not having heard from their friend for over 24 hours. The last moments they had with her were worrying. Emelita always answered or returned calls and page notifications, so why was she not doing this now? When people finally paid attention to Emelita's disappearance, they would uncover a history that seemed to show a disturbing pattern of behaviour. But not by Emelita.Listen now to learn more.The sources list is here.
2023-01-2041 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Case of Cosette TanjuaquioHello LagimFam!Finally, I back on the podcast saddle and can continue with Season 4. Today's episode covers a case from 1964 - a case that would become notorious for the largest inter-agency investigation conducted at that time. At the centre of this case are two families from Quezon City and Guagua, Pampanga. What started out as a seemingly crime of opportunity would eventually unfold as so much more than that.Sources list: https://lagimpodcast.podcastpage.io/blog/the-case-of-cosette-tanjuaquio
2023-01-0645 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Sonya and Frank Gregorio MurdersThis week's episode takes us to Barangay Cabayaoasan in Paniqui, Tarlac where in December 2020 a video was recorded of a horrible crime that would shock Filipinos mere days before Christmas.Still in the middle of a ravaging pandemic, the people of Cabayaoasan would suddenly be pushed into the spotlight because of the deed of one policeman - a deed that cost the lives of two people.Listen to Lagim's new episode on any of your preferred podcasting platforms right now.***LAGIM is a proud media partner of the Benilde Theater Arts and Sining...
2022-11-1941 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Gonzales Family MurdersIn July 2001, the quiet Sydney suburb of North Ryde was rattled awake by a triple murder that seemed to have been the result of a robbery gone wrong. Little did they know that these murders were in the making for so long and could be traced back to Baguio, Philippines.For its first episode for Season 4, Lagim: A Filipino True Crime Story presents a story from the diaspora. It is a story of expectations, pressure, generational differences and existing as immigrant children in a culture that is very different to the one their parents grew up with in...
2022-11-0456 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Ongoing Case of Bree JonsonFor the past year, I have been following this case closely. Something about the circumstances surrounding this case deeply bothered me from the very beginning. I followed reports and articles written about Bree and her death for over a year now and have collated all these reports in blog posts in Lagim's blog.I have now used these reports to put together a sort of case review in this episode, in the hope that people will not forget about Bree and the fact that her death is still unsolved to this very day. It is a long episode...
2022-10-141h 37
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Jovelyn Galleno CaseOn the 5th August 2022, a young student from Palawan went missing. Three weeks later, a shocking discovery near her hometown opened more questions than there are answers.This is a rather sad and terrifying case where the motive of the alleged perpetrators remains unclear.I have recorded this almost two weeks ago and have had to already edit this audio to include a recent update. There will be more updates on this case, I am sure, so make sure to follow me on Instagram for any updates.Sources list:https://lagimpodcast.podcastpage.io/blog/bonus-episode-the-case-of-jovelyn-gallenoSupport me:https://www.buymeacoffee.com...
2022-09-2132 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Cabading Family MurdersLagimFam, it is time for another season finale.In this season ender, we go back to the 1960s to look into one of the more prominent true crime cases before true crime was even a thing. In this episode, I look into the Cabading Family Murders and I also briefly discuss Filipino family dynamics and the topic of family annihilator again but this time with a male perpetrator in mind. I relied heavily on Nick Joaquin's article The House on Zapote Street and at least two articles from that time. It is an interesting case but most of all, it...
2022-09-0252 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Gana Family TragedyThis week's case is a case from the diaspora. A listener suggested this case through the case suggestion list and I am glad I was able to cover it.The case is about a Filipino-American family in California who was considered unassuming and very much run of the mill. At least for those looking from the outside looking in. But all was not well, especially for mother Annamaria Gana who in 2010 received a devastating cancer diagnosis. Everyday was a fight for the mother of two. By May 2011, it all became too much and Annamaria decided to take matters into her...
2022-08-2043 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Undoing of Romeo G Jalosjos Sr***MASSIVE TRIGGER WARNING due to multiple graphic references to child sexual abuse***In 1996, the Philippines was rocked by news of a prominent congressman from Zamboanga del Norte, being accused of multiple counts of rapes and other sexual offences against an 11-year-old girl.Congressman Jalosjos instantly became that person every parent warned their children about. For the young girl at the centre of the case, one may presume, followed years of agony as she had to tell her story over and over again in a criminal case that would not go away for at least four years.LagimFam, this is a...
2022-08-0554 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Case of Kian delos SantosIn August 2017, young Kian delos Santos was killed during an anti-drug raid conducted in a poor neighbourhood in Caloocan. What the police hoped to just be another night full of dead bodies on the streets, quickly turned into a watershed moment that exposed the brutality, consequences and casualties of former President Duterte's war on drugs.To learn about this case, listen now to the whole episode here or on any other podcasting platforms. Cover art photo cred: Canva, PhilStar, The NationA list of sources is available through this link: https://lagimpodcast.podcastpage.io/blog/the-case-of-kian-delos-santosLAGIM is on social media, so...
2022-07-2256 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Case of Caroline CrouchIn this episode of Lagim, I re-explore the case of Caroline Crouch. I have featured this last year on my old Patreon and back then the trial in this case had not started yet. Even though most details from trial are things that were covered profusely in the media, it was nevertheless good to have a look at this case again a year after the tragedy that affected a Filipino-British family in Greece. I also made sure to correct mistakes I had made in my original Patreon audio.Listen now to know all about this case from the Filipino diaspora...
2022-06-2449 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Life and Heroism of Macli-ing DulagIn the telling of Filipino history, the stories and heritage of the Indigenous Peoples of the Philippines are often missed if not completely erased. This is very much our loss because the Indigenous Peoples of our country are a small looking glass into which we could see a future that we could have had, had colonialism not happened. They stand for protecting ancestral lands, nature and for continuing with practices that we have long forgotten.From the midst of the Indigenous Peoples in Ifugao/Cordilleras region came Macli-ing Dulag, an elder who became the face and voice of that region's...
2022-06-1045 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Cases of Liliosa Hilao and Archimedes TrajanoIn this episode of Lagim, I am featuring two cases involving two heroes who were taken from this world too soon and in the most brutal of ways. Both Liliosa Hilao and Archimedes Trajano were young students who stood up to the Marcos Regime and its agents and then paid dearly for it.Listen now to know their stories here at Lagim: A Filipino True Crime PodcastCover art photo cred: Canva, Twitter, Hronline.phFind With Nothing To Say Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/with-nothing-to-say/id1502341068Find Tanya Manalang here: https://www.instagram.com/mstanyamanalang/A list of...
2022-05-2745 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Palimbang MassacreIn September 1974, the sleepy municipality of Palimbang would be rattled awake by cannons being dropped by army units aboard naval ships. What followed were days of torture, violence, starvation and a massacre that would forever traumatise a whole generation of Moros in the midst of Marcos's martial law regime.Listen now to the whole story here at Lagim: A Filipino True Crime PodcastCover art photo cred: Canva, TwitterFind Hip Kitchen Manila here: https://www.instagram.com/hipkitchenmnl/A list of sources is available through this link: https://lagimpodcast.podcastpage.io/blog/the-martial-law-series-the-palimbang-massacreLAGIM is on social media, so make sure to c...
2022-05-1345 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe Cochise-Beebom Double MurderIn the evening of 25th April 1990, life as the Bernabe and Castaños families knew it would change forever. When news of their son and daughter's abduction reached them, they initially had hoped to find young Cochise and Beebom, two bright students who studied law and mass communications at the University of the Philippines, respectively.But the young couple would never come back home. During the investigation, the motive and intention behind the couple's untimely demise became clear, which broke the hearts of those who knew them all over again. Listen now to this episode to learn about this rather m...
2022-04-2946 min
Asia In The ShadowsThe Case of Junko FurutaJunko’s case is one that will be told over and over again not necessarily because the harrowing details of her last 44 days are interesting. The details are horrifying and nightmare-inducing, in fact. I think the reason we come back to Junko’s case a lot of times is because we can see pure evil unfolding and destroying a life so full of light and potential just because the perpetrators lacked humanity and empathy so much that some did not even consider them humans anymore.As a woman, I also see how Junko’s case, an extreme case of femici...
2022-04-2743 minAsia In The ShadowsThe Mystery of the Burari KillingsLife on Lane 4 in Burari, North Delhi would never be the same after the bodies of eleven members of a much admired family were found dead in their home. Police were perplexed and could not determine initially if what they were looking at was a case of mass-murder or mass-suicide.Soon enough, the investigation would unearth secrets that this seemingly normal family had kept hidden for more than a decade, showing yet again that everything is never as they seem.Listen now to learn more about this bizarre case, here on Asia In The Shadows.Check...
2022-04-2056 min
LAGIM: A Filipino True CrimeThe 2021 Bloody Sunday Calabarzon KillingsAt the crack of dawn on 7th March 2021, the PNP and the Philippine army conducted a simultaneous attack on groups and individuals connected to certain leftist and human rights groups who were suspected of having connections to communist insurgents in Calabarzon. What followed was a backlash so intense that it raised questions yet again about the current administration's way of dealing with those who are not necessarily in favour of the government.To learn more about this case, listen now to the whole story here on Lagim: A Filipino True Crime Podcast.Cover art photo cred: Canva A list of s...
2022-04-1549 minAsia In The ShadowsThe Geylang Bahru MurdersOn the 6th January 1979, the peace and quiet of Block 58 in Geylang Bahru was shattered as parents Lee Mei Ying and Tan Kuen Chai discovered a most awful scene in their apartment.This case would become one of the most compelling criminal cases in Singapore, a country that in the late 70s was still trying to establish itself after obtaining independence a decade earlier. To this very day, the Geylang Bahru Murders remain one of the longest running cold cases of the country.Listen now to learn more about this gruesome case, here on Asia In The Shadows.
2022-04-1327 minAsia In The ShadowsThe Story Of Asghar The MurdererIraq and Iran of the early 1900s were going through some seismic changes not only in realising their eventual independence from the Ottoman Empire but in establishing their position in the world.However, for a young Iranian named Ali Asghar Borujerdi none of that mattered. After his mother moved the whole family from Western Iran to Karbala in Iraq, young Ali would soon realise that being in a different country was the least of his problems. He would soon be confronted by deeply disturbing urges that would propel him to the top of the most feared criminals of that...
2022-04-0629 min