Body of Missing Teen Found in Abandoned House in Davao de Oro

LAAK, Davao de Oro — A six-month search for a missing 15-year-old girl has ended in tragedy after her decomposing body was found inside an abandoned house in Purok 3A, Barangay Poblacion.

Authorities from the Davao de Oro Police Provincial Office reported that the victim’s remains were discovered in an advanced state of decomposition, indicating that she had been dead for several months. Residents had alerted the police after detecting a foul odor coming from the deserted property.

The teenager was reported missing in April 2025. Despite continuous efforts by her family and local authorities, no trace of her was found until the recent discovery confirmed their worst fears.

Police investigators are now focusing on reconstructing the events leading to her death. Forensic teams have been deployed to examine the scene, collect evidence, and determine the cause of death. Investigators are also looking into possible foul play.

The discovery has cast a shadow over the quiet community of Laak, where residents remain unsettled by the grim revelation. The case continues to raise questions about how the girl ended up in the abandoned house and who may have been responsible.

As the investigation deepens, authorities are determined to uncover the truth behind the mysterious death that has shaken the town.