NUEVA VIZCAYA, Philippines — February 13, 2026. Authorities discovered a burned body in a grassy area of Barangay Maddiangat, Quezon, Nueva Vizcaya, which has been identified as that of a missing 19-year-old female student. T

he grim discovery was made Thursday morning by a couple walking their dogs, who immediately reported the incident to local police.

According to reports, the victim had been missing since Tuesday. Her father, a tricycle driver, later confirmed that the remains belonged to his daughter, a college student taking up Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management.

“Agad na nagtungo ang ama ng biktima sa lugar at kinumpirma na anak niya ang sunog na bangkay na dalawang araw na nilang hinahanap,” police said.

Investigators revealed that the body was found after the couple’s dogs suddenly changed direction and led them to the site. The charred remains were discovered in a vacant lot, raising suspicions of foul play.

Authorities are now conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and to identify possible suspects.

The case has sparked concern in the community, with residents calling for swift justice and heightened safety measures for students. Police assured the public that they are pursuing all leads and will release further updates as the investigation progresses.