Pictures From The Digos Massacre in The Philippines

[HeadLessHorseman7]

The Digos Massacre was a tragic event that occurred on April 2, 1981, in the city of Digos in the province of Davao del Sur, Philippines. This incident is marked by its brutality and the significant number of casualties, particularly among civilians.

The massacre took place at the San Pedro Street in Digos, a bustling area known for its commercial activity. It occurred during the morning, at a time when the street was crowded with people going about their daily activities.

The Digos Massacre was characterized by a grenade attack. Unidentified assailants threw grenades into the crowd, causing chaos, injuries, and fatalities. The attack resulted in the deaths of 17 people and injured around 56 others, many of whom were civilians, including women and children.

The exact target of the attack was unclear, and the motive behind the massacre was not immediately established. However, it was speculated to be politically motivated, given the turbulent political climate in the Philippines at the time, which was marked by conflict and unrest. The Digos Massacre occurred during the period of martial law under President Ferdinand Marcos, a time characterized by political violence and human rights abuses.

The investigation into the massacre faced several challenges, including identifying those responsible. Initial reports suggested the involvement of various groups, but definitive conclusions about the perpetrators and their affiliations were difficult to establish due to the complexity of the political situation in the Philippines at the time.

The Digos Massacre had a profound impact on the local community and the country as a whole. It heightened the sense of insecurity and fear among the populace, particularly in areas already affected by political violence. The incident also drew attention to the broader issues of political instability and violence in the Philippines during the martial law era.

[Dz]

Nice post.

[zadfrackglutz]

[Eisenberg]

too many letters, too lazy to read....

no, just kidding thanks for the effort, good post


but killing children is the most dishonorable thing human beings can do

[Jere]

holy fuck what a slaughter!!!!

[Shawna]

[cheyne]

ANOTHER FUCKED UP CUNTREE ! Rebels this rebels that ! innocent childeren and elderly slaughters - Seems such a shame that people go on living under harsh conditions for years - only to get chopped up into bits with inupunity ... no justice - sad -

[micMares]

Humanity is Overrated.

[butterfly]

Nice post and info as always

[IRISH.]

The goverment must back or support these crimes, cos they do nothing about them!...Only ignore them!