Bureau of Corrections Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. ordered all superintendents of all operating prisons and penal farms to take precautionary measures to ensure that no retaliation happen due to a stabbing incident that occurred at the New Bilibid Prison (NBP).

The stabbing incident at the NBP in Muntinlupa City resulted in the death of a person deprived of liberty (PDL) and injuries of two others.

The Bucor has opted to withhold the names of those involved in the incident until their families have been duly informed.

This approach emphasizes the Bureau's commitment to maintaining dignity and respect for the families of the PDLs affected by this unfortunate event.

According to a report submitted by NBP Acting Superintendent, Corrections Chief Inspector Roger Boncales revealed that the incident occurred at 7:15 a.m. on Thursday at Gate 1-A, Quadrant 4 of the Maximum Security Camp at the NBP.

To prevent any untoward incident while the incident is being investigated, the Bucor Headquarters directed all superintendents of operating and prison farms to take precautionary measures at their respective OPPFs to ensure the safety of both PDLs and staff.