What started as a mysterious disappearance of cockfighting enthusiasts has now spiraled into something far darker and more horrifying. Authorities have confirmed that one of the victims in the infamous missing sabungero case was a pregnant woman — a tragic detail that adds a whole new level of cruelty to an already brutal saga.

Confirmed: A pregnant woman among the dead

In a recent development that shocked both investigators and the public, Philippine police confirmed that a pregnant woman was among those killed in connection with the disappearance of over 30 sabungeros — cockfighting bettors and insiders.

The revelation came after intensified questioning of witnesses and further investigation into the previously murky case. The police stated:
“We have verified that one of the victims was a female who was several months pregnant at the time she was taken and murdered.”

This chilling update has deepened the mystery and stirred nationwide outrage. The woman, according to sources, wasn’t even a direct player in the cockfighting scene — she was merely accompanying someone who was. For many, it has raised a disturbing question: How far were the perpetrators willing to go to silence witnesses — or anyone remotely connected?

Key whistleblower Totoy reveals a disturbing layer

Arias “Totoy” Totoy, a central whistleblower in the case, has been under protective custody following his explosive testimony. In a now-viral video, Totoy detailed how the pregnant woman was allegedly killed alongside other sabungeros, seemingly “collateral damage” in what is being painted as a ruthless cover-up.

“She didn’t know anything. She wasn’t involved. She was just with one of the men they were after — but they still took her life. Even her unborn child was not spared,” Totoy said.

His revelations are shedding light on a systematic and deliberate silencing operation, with implications that now stretch well beyond underground gambling.

A powerful figure accused: Mr. Atong Ang

Totoy has publicly and repeatedly named Mr. Atong Ang, a well-known figure in the cockfighting business, as the alleged mastermind behind the disappearances. According to Totoy, Ang not only gave the orders but also funded safe houses and escape operations for those involved in the killings.

“I have proof. He bought properties where we hid. Houses in places like Corinthian Gardens and Mandaluyong, all under names of his associates or girlfriends, but it was his money,” Totoy said in the same video.

The properties allegedly served as hideouts for those fleeing justice, with one property allegedly still under surveillance by authorities.

Accusations of high-level involvement

Totoy also made a bold and dangerous claim: that at least one senator and two congressmen may be connected to the case. Although no names have been officially confirmed, the implication is that the network behind the killings may have ties that reach deep into the political arena.

While these claims remain under investigation, they’ve already fueled speculation and fear that this is no longer just a criminal case — but a systemic one, rooted in corruption, influence, and impunity.

Totoy claims that more than 100 victims may be tied to this network, not just the 34 sabungeros originally reported. Some were allegedly burned, dumped, or buried in remote areas to erase evidence. “They even killed during weddings. I was there. I know every detail. This is not random violence — it’s organized and protected,” he said.

Whistleblower under threat

Following his public statements, Arias Totoy is now under 24/7 protection by the PNP (Philippine National Police). Given the gravity of his accusations, including naming powerful individuals and providing detailed accounts of the murders, many fear for his safety.

“I am telling the truth. I have no reason to lie. But I know they want me silenced,” Totoy stated.

Can justice prevail?

The case has now taken a darker, more complex turn — involving not just gambling, but murder, political cover-ups, and the killing of an innocent unborn child.

Public trust is now being tested as citizens wait for the Department of Justice to act decisively. Investigations are ongoing, and pressure is mounting for authorities to bring clarity, closure, and accountability.

But the question remains: Will justice truly be served in a case this deep, this dangerous, and this tragic? Or will power and money once again decide who walks free?