A 38-year-old businessman from Naga City, who had been missing for nearly four days, was found dead by a patrolling forest ranger at the Bicol Natural Park, Barangay Tuaca, Basud, Camarines Norte.

The body was already in a state of decomposition.

Authorities coordinated with other police stations to identify the body immediately.

The victim's family went to Basud upon learning of the report. They identified the deceased through a bracelet he was wearing.

The victim's brother also confirmed that it was their missing family member. 

According to the brother, the last contact they had with the victim was on June 27, 2024 through chat, where the victim mentioned meeting a laptop buyer in Sipocot.

After that, he could no longer be reached.

The family has appealed to any potential witnesses to cooperate with authorities to help solve the case. 

Police investigations continue as of this writing.

“Hindi na natin masabi na kung may mga tama siya kasi nasa state of decomposition siya. So talagang yung laman ay medyo nabubulok na nga [at] mauuod na, kaya hindi natin masabi kung may tama," PCPT Matosalem Romero Jr., Deputy Chief of Police at Basud Municipal Police Station (MPS), said.