What happened in the Maguindanao massacre?
The people killed included Mangudadatu’s wife, his two sisters, journalists, lawyers, aides, and motorists who were witnesses or were mistakenly identified as part of the convoy. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called the Maguindanao massacre the single deadliest event for journalists in history.
Who perpetrated the Maguindanao massacre?
Andal Ampatuan Jr.
The masterminds of this horrific crime – Andal Ampatuan Jr. and his brother Zaldy Ampatuan Jr. – were sentenced to life in prison without parole. But out of more than 107 who stood trial, only 28 people were convicted of murder, receiving 40-year prison terms, minus 10 for time served.
When was the Maguindanao massacre?
November 23, 2009
Maguindanao massacre/Start dates
What happened to the Ampatuan family?
In 2009, 58 people – 32 of them journalists – were killed when their convoy was attacked in the southern province of Maguindanao. Five members of the clan, including brothers Andal Ampatuan Jr and Zaldy Ampatuan, were sentenced to life in prison. A third brother was acquitted.
Where is Ampatuan now?
New Bilibid Prison
Andal “Datu Unsay” Uy Ampatuan Jr….
| Andal Ampatuan Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Political party | Independent (2009–present) Lakas–CMD (1993–2009) |
| Criminal status | Currently incarcerated at the New Bilibid Prison |
| Spouse(s) | Bai Reshal Santiago (died 2018) |
| Children | 6 |
What is the capital of Maguindanao?
Municipality of Shariff Aguak
Its capital is the Municipality of Shariff Aguak. The province has a land area of 9,729.04 square kilometers or 3,756.40 square miles. Its population as determined by the 2015 Census was 1,173,933.
Where are the Ampatuans now?
| Andal Ampatuan Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Political party | Independent (2009–present) Lakas–CMD (1993–2009) |
| Criminal status | Currently incarcerated at the New Bilibid Prison |
| Spouse(s) | Bai Reshal Santiago (died 2018) |
| Children | 6 |
Why did the Balangiga Massacre happen?
The objective was to force the end of Philippine resistance. Part of his strategy was to close three key ports on the southern coast, Basey, Balangiga and Guiuan. Samar was a major centre for the production of Manila hemp, the trade of which was financing Philippine forces on the island.
When did Ampatuan massacre happen?
Who is the mayor of Maguindanao?
Ampatuan, Maguindanao
| Ampatuan | |
|---|---|
| • Mayor | Baileah G. Sangki |
| • Vice Mayor | Bai Yasmin S. Mangudadatu |
| • Representative | Esmael “Toto” Gaguil Mangudadatu |
| • Electorate | 15,030 voters (2019) |
Who is the wife of Toto Mangudadatu?
Genalyn Tiamzon-Mangudadatum. 1991–2009
Esmael Mangudadatu/Wife
What is Maguindanao known for?
The Maguindanao are also distinguished in the realm of visual art. Historically, they have been renowned as metalworkers, producing the wavy-bladed kris ceremonial swords and other weapons, as well as gongs.
