Case Unclosed

China Product


Host

SEASON

HOST canvas garment bag

GUEST-HOST nylon garment bags

1 cotton garment bag

Kara David

Ivan Mayrina / Rhea Santos / Tina Panganiban-Perez

2

Arnold Clavio

List of episodes

2008 Episodes

October

Ozone Disco.

Alaala ng Ozone (Memories of Ozone)

On March 18, 1996, 161 people died in the Ozone Disco Tragedy. Some others that the victims are unidentified and the owner became responsible for what happened. Directed by Adolfo Alix Jr.

Yaman ni Yamashita (Yamashita's Treasure)

One of the most controversial treasures of all time. Some of the treasures of General Tomoyuki Yamashita still exists. The discovery of the Golden Bhudda by Roger Roxas in 1971 that leads him to his death. Directed by Tata Illenberger.

Bakas ng Karahasan (Trace of Violence): The Chiong Murder Case

On July 16, 1997, sisters Marijoy and Jacqueline Chiong was kidnapped by unidentified persons in Cebu. Marijoy's body was found the next morning while Jacqueline is not yet found until now. Some of the suspects came from some prominent families in Cebu. Directed by Milo Tolentino.

The Hultman-Chapman double-murder case

On July 13, 1991, Maureen Hultman, Roland John Chapman and Jussi Leino were shot by Claudo Teehankee, Jr., son of former Supreme Court Chief Justice Claudio Teehankee, Sr. It also became controversial when Teehankee was released from jail. Directed by Raya Martin.

Lihim ng 1897 (The Secret of 1897)

On May 10, 1897, Andres Bonifacio, known as the Supreme leader of the Katipunan together with his brother Procopio was killed at Mount Buntis in Maragondon, Cavite after a military trial. Some say that Emilio Aguinaldo was responsible for the killings. Directed by Paul Morales.

November

The Nida Blanca Murder Case

On November 7, 2001, actress Nida Blanca was found dead in a building in Greenhills. Philip Medel, Jr. said that her husband Rod Strunk was the mastermind, but he made a big mistake. Strunk died in the United States in an accident.

Kapatiran hanggang Kamatayan (Death in the Fraternity) (literally, Fraternity Until Death)

Cris Mendez was killed by hazing by some of the members of the Sigma Rho Fraternity. Lenny Villa suffered that same fate in 1991. But the case is still in court. Directed by Rica Arevalo.

Desaparecidos

During the Marcos administration, many activist were kidnapped but up until now, not yet found, even their remains. Some were killed during the Arroyo administration. Directed by Alvin Yapan.

Vizconde massacre

On June 30, 1991, Estrelita, Carmela and Jennifer Vizconde were killed inside their house in Paraaque. At first, some of the suspects were acquitted. After four years, Jessica Alfaro became responsible for re-opening the case. But Hubert Webb, son of then-Senator Freddie Webb was not in the Philippines when the murder occurred. Directed by Mark Shandii Bacolod.

December

Dacer-Corbito murder case

On November 24, 2000, PR man Bubby Dacer and his driver Emmanuel Corbito were kidnapped and were found dead four days after. P/Col. Glenn Dumlao, one of the accused, named former Po/Supt. Cezar Mancao and former S/Supt. Michael Ray Aquino as the brains behind the crime. Mancao and Aquino were members of Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Task Force or PAOCTF, headed by then Gen. Panfilo Lacson. Directed by Charlie Bebs Gohetia.

Ang Pagkawala ni Geraldine Palma (The Disappearance of Geraldine Palma)

On August 16, 2007, the body of Geraldine Palma, a seven year-old girl was found in North Harbour packed in a luggage. Some say that the nanny is responsible for her death. But there are speculations that the body found is not Geraldine Palma's. Directed by Jay Abello.

Magsaysay plane crash

On March 17, 1957, an airplane crashed at Mount Manunggal in Cebu. One of those who were killed by the crash is President Ramon Magsaysay. Speculations say that it was an accident while some claim it was a sabotage. Nestor Mata is the sole survivor in the crash. Directed by Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo.

Case Unclosed: Balik Tanaw"

This episode was the year-end special, showing three previous episodes of the show: "Yaman ni Yamashita", "Lihim ng 1897" and "Magsaysay Plane Crash".

2009 Episodes

January

Gregorio del Pilar.

Yearend Special

This episode was the Part 2 of the year-end special, showing nine previous episodes of the show: "Alaala ng Ozone", "Kapatiran hanggang Kamatayan", "Desaparecidos", "Hultman-Chapman Double Murder Case", "Dacer-Corbito Murder Case", "Nida Blanca Murder Case" "Vizconde Massacre", "Ang Bakas ng Karanasan: The Chiong Murder Case" and "Ang Pagkawala ni Geraldine Palma".

Gregorio del Pilar: Bayani o Berdugo? (Gregorio del Pilar: A Hero or Executioner?)

On December 2, 1899, General Gregorio del Pilar was assissinated after the Battle of Tirad Pass. Directed by Sari Lluch Dalena.

Payatas Tragedy

On July 10, 2000, More than 300 people were buried alive when a mountain of garbage collapsed in Payatas eight years ago. Although almost a decade has passed, no one has been made responsible and punished for what happened until now. Directed by Eli Balce.

RCBC Massacre

On May 16, 2008, Ten lives ended after a group of men robbed the RCBC Light and Science branch in Cabuyao, Laguna in May of last year. Because victims were shot in the head, the case has been dubbed as the bloodiest bank robbery in the history of the Philippines. Directed by Joaquin Pedro Valdes.

Pestao: suicide o murder? (Pestao: suicide or murder?) (substitutely hosted by Ivan Mayrina)

On September 27, 1995, Philippine Navy Ensign Philip Pestao was found dead with a gunshot in his head. It said had he killed himself, but other said that he was murdered. Directed by Maikel Cardoz.

February

ULTRA Stampede (substitutely hosted by Rhea Santos)

On February 6, 2006, 78 people died and 400 people were injured in the stampede at the PhilSports Arena for the first anniversary of the ABS-CBN noontime show Wowowee. Up until now, no one is responsible for the tragic incident. Directed by indie director Anna Isabelle Matutina.

Gumuhong mga Pangarap (Shattered Dreams) (substitutely hosted by Tina Panganiban-Perez)

Education is believed to be the best legacy we can leave our children. So to ensure their children's future, thousands of Filipinos buy educational plans. In April 2005, however, 30,000 parents were alarmed when news broke out that Pacific Plans, Incorporated, one of the largest companies in the pre-need industry, went bankrupt and would not be able to pay for the tuition fees of its planholders. Directed by indie director Sigfried Barros Sanchez.

Lucila Lalu: Chop Chop Lady

Chop-chop. A term coined to describe what is done to easily and inconspicuously dispose of the remains of a murder victim. The term was first used in the Philippines when the dismembered body parts of Lucila Lalu were found in different cities in May of 1967. Directed by Gawad CCP awardee indie director Sandino Magno

Jabidah Massacre

More than a hundred men Brought to the southern part of the Philippines to be secretly trained in guerrilla tactics The year was 1967 and their mission was to infiltrate and invade Sabah, Malaysia. But early in the morning of March 18, 1968, something happened. Directed by Onin Tagaro

March

Plaza Miranda Bombing

August 21, 1983 has gone down in history as the day former Senator Ninoy Aquino was assassinated. But 12 years before Ninoy death, another event happened that left a deep mark in history: the Plaza Miranda Bombing. Directed by Kiri Lluch Dalena.

Flor Contemplacion

Flor Contemplacion, a 42-year old maid was hanged to death for murder. She was accused of killing Delia Maga, another OFW, and her four-year old Singaporean ward. It was a bitter ending for Flor as she was hanged at 6:00 on the morning of March 17, 1995 together with three male drug traffickers. Directed by Jon Red.

Jailbreak

March 14, 2005, 6:30 a.m. A suspected member of the Abu Sayyaf was scheduled to be brought to court for an early hearing. Just as handcuffs were about to be put on him, he grabbed the jail guard's firearm and shot at other prison officers. Other imprisoned members of the Abu Sayyaf immediately got out of their cells, armed themselves and barricaded the second floor of the building at Camp Bagong Diwa in Bicutan where they were incarcerated. Directed by Sasi Casas

Sino ang pumatay kay Ninoy? (Who Killed Ninoy?)

Despite the presence of more than a thousand members of the military and police force on the tarmac when his plane flew in from the United States, despite three armed bodyguards escorting him, someone still found an opportunity to fatally shoot Ninoy Aquino in the head. Directed by Richard Somes

April

Bocaue Pagoda tragedy

On July 2, 1993, during the Bocaue River Festival tragedy struck when around 500 people rode the floating pagoda causing it to sink killing more than two hundred people. The pagoda float was way beyond its capacity. Despite hundreds of lives lost, no one seems to have been made accountable for the tragedies. Directed by J. Pacena

Maricris Sioson: Namatay o Pinatay? (Maricris Sioson: Died or Killed?)

In April 1991 Maricris Sioson, a 22-year-old dancer arrived in the Philippines in a casket. The Japanese government said that she died from hepatitis, but she had burns, bruised and stabbed all over her body. Directed by Benji Garcia

Tara Santelices

It was the night of August 6, 2008 and the birthday of Tara Santelices. She was on her way home to Cainta with her friend, Joee Mejias, when the jeepney they were riding got mugged. Tara was shot in the head after struggling with the mugger over her bag. Directed by Jade Francis Castro

May

Dr. Jose Rizal: Kristo ng Lahing Kayumanggi? (Dr. Jose Rizal: Christ of Brown Race?)

Dr. Jose Rizal is known to be the Philippines' national hero. To some Filipinos, however, he is more than that. They consider Rizal to be the "Kristong Kayumanggi" or the "Brown Christ". Directed by Ruelo Lozendo

A replay of this episodee was aired on January 1, 2010 as part of the 2009 Rizal Day celebrations.

Cochise-Beebom Double Murder Case

On the night of April 25, 1990, UP Law graduate Ernesto "Cochise" Bernabe II and his beautiful girlfriend Anna Lourdes "Beebom" Castaos were abducted outside a restaurant where they planned to have dinner. After 19 years, the prime suspect Rodolfo Manalili was granted Executive Clemency although he was sentenced to double-life imprisonment. Directed by Aloy Adlawan

Ang Pagkawala ni Edgar Bentain (The Disappearance of Edgar Bentain)

Edgar Bentain, a former PAGCOR employee became known as the one who caught then-Vice President Joseph Estrada on cam playing poker with some friends. After many years, he just disappeared. Directed by Martin Cabrera

Wala na si "Neneng" ("Neneng" was Already Gone)

It was in May of 1987 when the death of a young girl, who was given by GMA "Neneng" as a pseudonym, woke the country to the reality of pedophilia. Young Neneng died after a piece of metal that broke off from a dildo rot for several months inside her private part. The dildo was said to have been inserted in Neneng by a foreigner. Directed by Jeyow Evangelista

June

Danyos (Humans rights victims under Marcos dictatorship)

More than two decades have passed since former President Ferdinand Marcos was ousted from power but the shadow of his regime reaches to this day. Directed by Mario AV Guzman

Cherry Hills Tragedy

Every family dreams to have a house of their own. Cherry Hills Subdivision was built for the poor families who cannot afford a house and lot of their own. But to those who bought a property in Cherry Hills Subdivision in Antipolo, tragedy struck. Typhoon Olga was letting out its wrath when a landslide occurred burying 300 houses and more than 50 people in Cherry Hills. Directed by Paolo Herras

Brother Eli, paninirang Puri? (Is Brother Eli a Victim of Slander?)

Bro. Eli Soriano, the well-known televangelist and leader of Ang Dating Daan was charged of raping a fellow male named Daniel Veridiano. Today, Veridiano is now a member of Iglesia ni Cristo. Directed by Michael Angelo Dangalan

Olalia-Alay-ay Double murder case

Kilusang Mayo Uno leader Rolando Olalia and his driver Leonor Alay-ay met their deaths in November 1986 when members of the Rebolusyonaryong Alyansang Makabansa were said to have killed them to wreak havoc. This was during the term of former President Cory Aquino when coup d' etats were being launched left and right. Directed by Ogi Suhatan

July

Antonio Luna

It was the height of the war between the United States and the Philippines when rumours that Gen. Antonio Luna was going to launch a coup d etat against then President Emilio Aguinaldo. To prevent him from carrying out his alleged plan, soldiers close to the president hacked Gen. Luna to death. Strangely, not one of the soldiers involved in the general death was punished. Directed by Tara Illenberger

PNP's Most Wanted Bong Panlilio

Jose Ma. "Bong" Panlilio was charged for the murder of brother's Albert Gutierrez and Ariel De Castro. Today, he is one of the PNP's Most Wanted criminals with a reward of 5 million pesos and is now posted everywhere around the country. The PNP's search for Panlilio continues up until now. Directed by EJ Salcedo

Marlene Esperat

Marlene Esperat, a former employee of the Department of Agriculture, once dreamed of ridding the government agency she worked for of corruption. But on March 24, 2005, she was forever silenced by a single gunshot. Directed by Ron Bryant

Antipolo Massacre

Something strange happened in Sitio Kulasisi, Antipolo on December 3, 1993. The usually meek Winefredo Masagca went into rage and hacked five people to death. Many thought he was possessed by evil spirits. Directed by Jerrold Tarog

Tara Santelices (Part 2)

Tara Santelices died on July 27, 2009, after struggling to live for almost a year. Directed by Jade Francis Castro

August

Melissa Roxas Story

It was said to be Filipino-American Melissa Roxas worst nightmare: to be allegedly abducted and tortured. According to Melissa's account, the incident happened on May 19, as she said, when soldiers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines accused her of being a member of the New People Army. Directed by Ed Lejano

Didith Reyes, Namatay o Pinatay? (Didith Reyes Died or Killed?)

On December 10, 2008, people were shocked to hear from the news that former 1970s singing star Didith Reyes died. The reports said she had a heart attack. Her only son, Arvey however, thinks otherwise. He believes that the alleged constant beating her mother experienced from her live-in partner Eulogio Disongla may have caused her death. Directed by Earl Bontuyan

Naabong Kalinga (A Care for Children that Turned to Ashes)

On the midnight of December 3, 1998, 28 people are died and many of them are rescued from the fire in the Associacion de Damas de Filipinas Settlement House. But, due to the help of President Joseph Estrada, the Settlement House was reconstructed. Directed by Cris Pablo

Overkill?

On November 7, 2005, a shoot-out was done in Ortigas Avenue according to the Traffic Management Group of the Philippine National Police. Members of the Valle Verde Group, one of the known carnapping groups in Metro Manila were been killed by the police. Directed by Philip Espina

September

Abadilla 5

On June 13, 1996, 5 men were responsible for the ambush murder of Col. Rolando Abadilla in Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City. The suspects became known as the "Abadilla 5". Directed by Borgy Torre III

Ruby Rose Barrameda Story

Ruby Rose Barrameda-Jimenez, sister of former beauty queen Rochelle Barrameda went missing since March 14, 2007. After two years, she was found in a steel case in a drum filled with cement in a sea in Navotas. Directed by Vic Acedillo Jr.

Laban ni Karen Vertido (The Battle of Karen Vertido)

Forty two year old mother and wife Karen Vertido will never forget March 29, 1996. She claims that she was raped by her 60-year old boss, Jose Custodio on that date. Her grief continued when the court found Custodio not guilty of rape. Directed by Pam Miras

Sisig Queen

On April 16, 2008, Apong Lucing Cunanan was found dead inside her own home in Pampanga. Her husband and children suspect robbers came into the house to steal money and jewelry from the family vault and when they found out that she was awake, they killed her. Directed by Hector Macaso

October

Ang Pagragasa ni Ondoy (The Wrath of "Ondoy")

The Philippines was badly hit by typhoon "Ondoy". Metro Manila was heavily flooded, resulting to more than two hundred deaths as of press time. Millions worth of properties were also damaged due to the raging flood water. With these casualties, many still wonder how it happened. What are the measures that should have been done to prevent Ondoy's wrath?

Pyramid Scam

Because they were promised that the company would double their investments, many agreed to put their money in Multitel. Unfortunately, their get-rich-easy plans turned into one of the biggest scam in the country's history. It was called the Multitel Pyramiding Scam. Directed by Arnold S. Argao

The December Shootout

Tragedy struck in a subdivision in Paranaque on December 5, 2008. Jun De Vera and his daughter, Lia was allegedly caught in a crossfire between the police and a gang of criminals. Jun and Lia died. Ten months after their death, Jun's widow Lilian is still crying for justice. She wants to know if there was foul play in the supposedly accidental shooting. Directed by Elfardo

Ang Bakas ng Kahapon ni Lola (The Mark of the Past of the Grandmother)

It's been almost seven decades, but the worst memories of the comfort women from the Japanese Imperial army are still etched in their minds. They filed every possible case against them, but up to now, the government of Japan ignores their plea. Directed by Arnold S. Argao

November

Glorietta Blast

It has been two years, October 19, 2007, since the Glorietta Mall bombing in Makati, but a lot of questions are still left unanswered. What caused the fatal bombing? Was it an accident or an act of terrorism? Directed by Ray Defante Gibraltar

Ramon Pagdanganan Ambush: Sino ang may Sala? (Ramon Pagdanganan Ambush: Who is The Criminal?)

The celebration of Calumpit, Bulacan fiesta two years ago was suddenly cut short when the town former mayor, Ramon onching" Pagdanganan, younger brother of former Governor Obet Pagdanganan was ambushed. He died on the spot. Directed by Elfardo

Walang Bakas, ang Kwento ni Ka Prudencio (No Trace, The Story of Ka Prudencio)

On June 26, 2006, Prudencio Calubid along with his wife were abducted and tortured as they were going home in Samar. They say that they were abducted by the military. Up until now, they are still missing. Directed by Arnold Argao

Bayani nga ba? (Is He Really a Hero?)

Some historians claim that during the last few days, Rizal retracted all his strong views of corruption and abuse of power by the Spanish friars. If proven true, it can be a basis to question Rizal's status as our National Hero. Directed by Arnold Argao

December

Hustisya ni Judge Gingoyon (Justice of Judge Gingoyon)

On New Year's Eve, 2005, Judge Henrick Gingoyon was shot to death in Bacoor, Cavite. Gingoyon is known as the judge in some of the most talked issues in the Philippine. Up until now, the suspect is still unknown. Directed by Ric Reyes

Trahedya sa Perya (Tragedy at the Carnival)

On Christmas Day 2006, the Picardal family went into a carnival in Marikina. But, tragedy strucked to Kimberly and Katherine Picardal. Reyes family was also present in the carnival, but the child was disabled by the tragedy. Both victims of the tragedy, Picardals helps Reyeses for the justice which is still elusive for them. Directed by Arnold Argao

MV Doa Paz Tragedy

December 20, 1987. More than four thousand passengers from the Samar and Leyte provinces boarded MV Dona Paz. They were all hoping to celebrate Christmas in Manila . Halfway to the travel, tragedy struck. Directed by Arnold Argao

Case Update

This episode was the year-end special, showing three previous episodes of the show: "Dacer-Corbito Murder Case", "Ang Pagkawala ni Geraldine Palma" and "Ang Bakas ng Karanasan: The Chiong Murder Case".

2010 episodes

January

The Mayor Resuello Murder Case

On April 28, 2007, San Carlos City, Pangasinan Mayor Julian Resuello was shot dead while attending their town fiesta. Directed by Elfardo

Ballot Snatching

Teachers are said to be modern-day heroes during the election season. But in some cases, such momentous event could also have a tragic ending. It was dawn of May 9, 1995 when two men allegedly snatched the ballots from a group of election officers at Talaga Elementary School in Mabini, Batangas. In the middle of the commotion, Filomena Tatlonghari was shot by unidentified man. Directed by Arnold Argao

The Roger Mariano Murder Case

On July 31, 2004, Radio commentator Roger Mariano, was ambushed by armed men while on his way home. After 6 years, there is no court decision yet on his case. Directed by Arnold Argao

Ang Pagpaslang kay Ernest Santiago (The Murder of Ernest Santiago)

On December 16, 2007, fashion designer Ernest Santiago was found dead in Pagsanjan, Laguna after robbers invaded his house and killed him. After two years, the family of Santiago is still hoping for justice. Directed by Arnold Argao

February

Bakas ng Trahedya (Marks of Tragedy)

In the Part 1 of the special episode, Case Unclosed will revisit the worst tragedies that besieged the nation. Cases of fire, maritime disasters and landslides that took thousands of lives and damaged millions of properties. Has anyone been made accountable for these tragedies?

Ang mga Kontrobersya ng Kasaysayan (The Controversies of History)

In the Part 2 of the special episode, Case Unclosed will revisit again the Controversies of the History and Showing the Episodes are the following: "Antonio Luna", "Gregorio del Pilar, Bayani o Berdugo?", "Bayani nga ba?", "Lihim ng 1897", "Yaman ni Yamashita", "Desaparecidos", "Plaza Miranda Bombing" and "Magsaysay Plane Crash".

Karahasan laban sa mga Kababaihan (Violence against Women)

In the Part 3 of the Special episode, Case Unclosed will revisit again the stories of violence against Wwmen and showing the episodes are the following: "Nida Blanca Murder Case", "Sisig Queen", "Ruby Rose Barrameda Story", "Lucila Lalu: Chop-chop Lady" and "Didith Reyes: Namatay o Pinatay?".

Awards & Recognition

Public Attorney's Office Awards

2009 Best Public Affairs show

Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption

2009 Outstanding TV Program

References

See also

List of Philippine television shows

List of programs broadcast by GMA Network

v  d  e

GMA News and Public Affairs

Daily programs

Unang Hirit 24 Oras Saksi GMA Flash Report

Late night programs

I-Witness Reporter's Notebook Kandidato Born to Be Wild OFW Diaries

Weekend programs

Art Angel Happy Land Ka-Blog! Wish Ko Lang Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho Imbestigador

Special programs

Survivor Philippines

Shows produced for

Q

Ang Pinaka... Balik-Bayan Balitanghali Day Off DoQmentaries Fit & Fab Q-Lets & Co. Live on Q Misteryo News on Q Q-Tube Reunions Tara, Let's Eat! The Beat True Stories

Regional TV

Balitang Bisdak Ratsada Testigo Arangkada Una Ka BAI Buena Mano Balitang Amianan

Categories: Philippine television series | GMA News and Public Affairs