Three suspects in the 2023 assassination of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo have been convicted on charges related to illegal firearms and explosives in the Philippines. The individuals—previously identified as former soldiers with expertise in military operations—faced separate charges alongside the murder accusations. This conviction marks a significant development in the high-profile case, though the main murder charges remain ongoing. Authorities have described the suspects as “highly skilled” in military tactics, suggesting a level of planning involved in the governor’s death. The convictions center around the illegal possession of weapons and explosives used in connection with the assassination in Pamplona, Negros Oriental. Further legal proceedings concerning the murder itself are expected to continue in the Philippines.