Maguindanao Mayor and Wife Arrested for Vice Mayor Ambush

Maguindanao Mayor, Wife Arrested for Alleged Vice Mayor Ambush South Upi, Maguindanao del Sur—In a significant development, the mayor of South Upi, Reynalbert Insular, and his wife, Janette, were arrested on May 22, 2025, for their alleged role in the ambush of the town’s vice mayor in August 2024. The arrest follows an investigation by the PNP CIDG, which implicated the couple as masterminds of the attack. "Noong lumabas ‘yung warrant of arrest nila, they voluntarily surrendered sa akin sa region. So dahil paalis naman ako papuntang Manila, pinakuha ko sila sa CIDG," explained PBGen. Romeo Macapaz, Regional Director, PRO-BAR, in a statement. The CIDG report suggests that personal disputes and land conflicts may have motivated the crime. However, initial statements indicated a political motivation. Regardless, the arrest marks a significant step in bringing those responsible for the 2024 ambush to justice. The case serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in maintaining peace and order in the region. The investigation continues, with authorities pursuing all possible leads to ensure a thorough and just resolution.