Authorities on Sunday confirmed that the remains of a De La Salle University law student who had been missing were discovered in an advanced stage of decomposition in a vacant lot in Barangay Sapa, Naic, Cavite.
The victim, identified as Anthony Granada, was last seen on June 8 leaving his condominium in Taguig City after reportedly booking a Grab ride. CCTV footage later captured him walking alone on Lopez Jaena Bridge in Manila at around 9:20 p.m. on June 17.
Police in Naic received a report on June 21 about a decomposing body found in a grassy area of Barangay Sapa. During the inspection, investigators recovered a plastic bottle labeled “Drain Clog Free,” a chemical substance known to dissolve organic material.
Personal belongings, including Granada’s cellphone and backpack contents, were found intact at the scene. His father later positively identified the body based on the clothing and items recovered.
Authorities have not yet released details on possible suspects or causes of death, pending further forensic examination. The investigation remains ongoing.