22-07-2025
P2M reward for info on broadcaster's killing
Local officials of Surigao del Sur are offering a P2 million reward for information that could lead to the arrest of those responsible for the killing of radio broadcaster Erwin Segovia in Bislig City.
The reward money are from the former mayor of Cantilan town, congressional office of Surigao del Sur, and the provincial government.
In a statement, Governor Johnny Pimentel said he and Congressman Alexander Pimentel are offering the reward money in pursuit of justice and in solidarity with the victim's family.
'The entire province of Surigao del Sur mourns the tragic and senseless killing of Mr. Boy Segovia, a dedicated member of the local media and a fellow Surigaonon,' the governor said.
The governor said he is working closely with authorities to expedite the investigation and bring the perpetrators to justice.
'Violence, especially against those who serve the public by shedding light on truth, has no place in our province or anywhere in our nation. This senseless act must not go unpunished,' the governor said.
Segovia, a host of a radio program that tackles social issues, local governance, and community concerns, was shot dead in Barangay Mangagoy on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Police said the victim had just finished his program and was heading home on board his motorcycle when motorcycle-riding gunmen followed him and shot him at close range.
Segovia sustained gunshot wounds in the head.
'Siya yung biktima at yung 2 unidentified suspect riding also a motorcycle kagagaling niya doon sa station, wherein doon siya nakastation, binaril sa head. Causing his instantaneous death yung pagbaril sa ulo niya,' Police Regional Office-Caraga Spokesperson, Major Jenifer Ometer, said.
Authorities activated the special investigation task group (SITG) Segovia to fast track the investigation.
The Surigao del Sur Police Provincial Office also assured the public that it is coordinating with the local government units in the province to locate the suspects.
'Hinihikayat natin yung mga nakakita na at least maidentify man lang natin ang mga suspek,' Ometer added.
