Republic of the Philippines

REGIONAL TRIAL COURT

11th Judicial Region
Branch 54
Davao City

In the matter of
escheat proceedings
Special Proceeding No. 12345
of the estate of the
For: Escheat
deceased
ANDRE DELA CRUZ
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PETITION FOR ESCHEAT

The City Prosecutor of Davao City and in behalf of

the City of Davao, unto this Honorable Court, respectfully
avers that:
1. Juan dela Cruz, a Filipino citizen, and resident of the
City of Davao, Province of Davao, died intestate in the
said City on January 2, 2020.
2. At the time of his death, he left real property in the
City of Davao, Province of Davao to wit:
A parcel of land with an area of 893, 00 square
meters, located at Barangay Lahug, Davao City covered
by Transfer Certificate of Title No. 1234567.
3. He left no heir/s or persons who by law are entitles to
inherit his real property.

WHEREFORE, it is respectfully prayed that, upon due

notice and hearing, and after the payment of his just
debts and charges, the estate of the deceased Juan dela
Cruz be declared escheated in favor of the Government in
accordance with law.

Davao City, this 23rd day of January 2020.

Nina Santos
City Prosecutor