Misamis oriental: The Army's 10th Infantry Division (10ID) has confirmed ongoing administrative investigations into two of its soldiers allegedly involved in illegal mining activities in Misamis Oriental. Both soldiers are currently serving with the 10th Military Intelligence Battalion.

According to Philippines News Agency, Maj. Ruben Gadut, the 10ID public affairs chief and spokesperson, stated that the division is fully cooperating with the police, who have custody of the soldiers. Gadut emphasized that appropriate administrative and legal actions will be initiated if deemed necessary.

The investigation follows a report by the Northern Mindanao police's Regional Mobile Force Battalion, which detailed the arrest of the soldiers at a checkpoint in Barangay Limonda, Opol, on December 29, 2025. Along with seven civilians, the soldiers were found in possession of 60 sacks of unrefined minerals, firearms, and ammunition. The minerals are estimated to be worth PHP300,000.