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Body of 10-year-old Indigenous girl discovered bound to tree in Maguindanao
Police in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region are investigating the death of a Grade 5 student found deceased in a remote village in South Upi, Maguindanao del Sur. The child, identified only by the alias 'Cyll,' was discovered with her hands and feet bound.
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Authorities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region reported Tuesday the discovery of a 10-year-old Indigenous girl found dead in a remote village in South Upi, Maguindanao del Sur. Police Regional Office-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO-BAR) spokesperson Capt. Steffi Salanguit identified the victim only as alias 'Cyll,' a Grade 5 student.
The child's body was discovered tied to a tree in the isolated settlement. Salanguit said the victim was found unclothed with her hands and feet bound at the time of discovery.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death have been initiated by local police authorities. The incident has drawn attention to safety concerns in remote communities within the region.
No further details regarding potential suspects or a motive have been disclosed as the investigation continues.