Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. has called for accelerated DNA testing on over 1,400 human bones recovered from Taal Lake, which are part of an ongoing investigation into the disappearance of cockfighting enthusiasts, known as sabungeros. The PNP Forensic Group has retrieved around 2,000 bones since operations began in July, but so far, none have yielded DNA profiles that match any of the missing individuals. Nartatez expressed confidence in the Forensic Group's expertise and has ordered them to mobilize specialized personnel and advanced DNA technologies to expedite the examination process. He also instructed local units in the Calabarzon region to secure the recovery site to prevent any evidence from being compromised. The investigation follows claims by whistleblower Julie Patidongan that the missing sabungeros were murdered and their remains discarded in the lake. Nartatez reassured families awaiting answers that the PNP is committed to delivering justice and truth regarding the situation.