PNP Batangas City Police Station

31/08/2026

PNP MESSAGE ON NATIONAL HEROES DAY 2026

On National Heroes Day, the Philippine National Police joins the nation in honoring the men and women whose sacrifices helped secure the freedoms and opportunities that Filipinos enjoy today.

Their stories remind us that love of country is demonstrated not only in moments of great sacrifice, but also in everyday acts of responsibility, courage, and service to others.

As public servants, we in the PNP draw inspiration from their example as we continue our mission of keeping communities safe, maintaining peace and order, and earning the trust and confidence of the people.

As we remember our heroes, may we also reflect on how each of us can contribute to nation-building in our own way.

Sa paggunita sa kanilang kabayanihan, nawa'y magsilbi itong paalala na ang pagmamahal sa bayan ay naipapakita sa tapat at makabuluhang paglilingkod sa kapwa.

Mabuhay ang ating mga Bayani. Mabuhay ang sambayanang Pilipino.

PGEN JOSE MELENCIO C. NARTATEZ, JR.
Chief, Philippine National Police

31/08/2026

PNP ARRESTS NCR NO. 2 MOST WANTED PERSON FOR 10 COUNTS OF QUALIFIED R**E

Police authorities arrested a No. 2 Most Wanted Person in the National Capital Region during an early morning operation in Barangay Malanday, Marikina City, on August 30, 2026.

The wanted person, a Filipino of legal age, was arrested by personnel of Police Station 14 of the Manila Police District by virtue of a warrant of arrest for 10 counts of Qualified R**e, with no bail recommended.

The arrested individual is now under police custody and will undergo the appropriate legal proceedings.

The accomplishment reflects the Philippine National Police’s continuing efforts to locate and account for wanted persons through focused and lawful police operations. It is in line with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes effective police action while ensuring that every operation respects due process and individual rights.

PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. stressed that the arrest demonstrates the importance of sustained police work in bringing wanted persons before the proper authorities.

“Hindi natatapos ang trabaho sa pag-iisyu ng warrant. We have to find the person, make the arrest properly, and turn them over to the justice system. That is how we make every police operation count,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP remains committed to supporting President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s vision of a safer and more orderly Philippines through professional and accountable policing, consistent with the “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

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31/08/2026

ISABELA ILLEGAL RECRUITMENT SCHEME FOILED BY PNP-DMW TASK FORCE

Law enforcement operatives successfully intercepted an illegal recruitment operation in Isabela, shielding several aspiring overseas Filipino workers from fraudulent employment schemes.

The joint operation, conducted by the CIDG Isabela Provincial Field Unit alongside representatives from the Department of Migrant Workers Region 2, took place in Barangay Rizal, Santiago City. Authorities apprehended two local individuals, a man known as alias "Mark" and a woman known as alias "Ana," both in their mid-30s and Filipino citizens.

The duo was caught in the act of collecting documents and processing fees from job seekers, promising high-paying opportunities in Ireland and the Netherlands as caregivers, agricultural workers, and health professionals without the necessary authority or license from the government.

This decisive action reflects the ongoing effort to strengthen public safety and uphold justice across the country under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. By continuously refining tactical ex*****on through Enhanced Managing Police Operations, a key pillar of the PNP Focused Agenda, police forces maintain a proactive stance in neutralizing illegal activities that exploit vulnerable citizens.

Chief PNP, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., emphasized the commitment of the police force to safeguard the welfare of everyday workers trying to build a better future for their families.

"Nakakalungkot na may mga nananamantala pa rin sa pagsisikap ng ating mga kababayan na makatulong sa pamilya nila. Hindi natin papayagan na manakaw ang pinaghirapan nilang pera nang dahil lang sa mga pekeng pangako. We are working hand-in-hand with the DMW and other partner agencies to make sure these fraudulent schemes are stopped right at their tracks, whether they operate on the ground or through online platforms," Police General Nartatez stated.

The Philippine National Police urges all job seekers to remain vigilant and double-check recruitment offers directly through official government channels before parting with their hard-earned savings. Through persistent law enforcement and active community support, the organization remains steadfast in bringing to life a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.

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31/08/2026

31/08/2026

PNP MOBILIZES OVER 2,200 PERSONNEL AS HABAGAT RESPONSE CONTINUES

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has scaled up its deployment to 2,207 personnel alongside 12,459 Reactionary Standby Support Force (RSSF) personnel to sustain emergency response and public safety operations across regions hit by the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat).

As of 6:00 AM on August 30, 2026, police personnel have been stationed across 948 occupied evacuation centers, which are currently providing shelter to 31,800 families comprising 138,325 individual evacuees.

Deployment includes 741 personnel at evacuation centers, 30 in vacated areas, 3,180 at vital installations, 769 for search, rescue, and response, and 473 for monitoring and road clearing. Additionally, 295 Women and Children Protection Desk personnel are stationed at evacuation facilities to protect vulnerable groups.

To assist stranded commuters, the PNP Libreng Sakay initiative has deployed 353 personnel alongside 141 mobile patrol cars and 12 MAN trucks. PNP units are utilizing 153 vehicles, including three LGU-loaned rubber boats. Relief efforts have delivered 14,222 goods and forms of assistance, benefiting 34,510 individuals.

Infrastructure monitoring reports 242 impassable roads, 10 impassable bridges, eight cancelled vessel trips, 11 landslides, and 14 stranded passengers. Structural damage includes 185 total structures and two police stations, with zero damage to PNP headquarters, mobile cars, or communication lines.

Across 841 affected barangays, power and communication lines remain fully operational. Zero looting incidents and zero gender-based violence or human trafficking cases have been recorded.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. emphasized prioritizing safety and strategic deployment.

“Ang priority natin ngayon ay safety. We want our personnel to be where they are most needed—sa evacuation centers, on the roads, and in communities that need immediate assistance. We will continue coordinating with local authorities and our partner agencies so that help can reach our people,” PGen Nartatez said.

He also urged public vigilance: “We are asking everyone to remain vigilant and to follow the advice of local authorities.. Sa ating mga kababayan, huwag po tayong mag-atubiling humingi ng tulong kung kinakailangan.”

This response aligns with the PNP Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) and supports the national government's disaster response under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. PNP units remain coordinated with LGUs and disaster teams, upholding the commitment “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

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31/08/2026

PNP DEALS DOUBLE BLOW TO ILLEGAL GAMBLING: 6 ARRESTED, NEGROS ORIENTAL PD AND 6 CHIEFS RELIEVED

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., has dealt a decisive blow to illegal gambling in Negros Oriental, with six individuals arrested and seven police commanders relieved under the PNP’s One-Strike Policy.

On August 28, 2026, simultaneous operations conducted by the Regional Special Operations Group of the Police Regional Office Negros Island Region from 10:14 AM to 1:34 PM resulted in the arrest of six individuals in the municipalities of Ayungon, Tayasan, Sibulan, and Pamplona, and the cities of Bayawan and Guihulngan. The six individuals were apprehended for allegedly soliciting and collecting bets for illegal numbers games in violation of Republic Act No. 9287, or the Anti-Illegal Numbers Games Law.

The operations resulted in the recovery of betting slips, improvised betting receipts, claim stubs, notebooks containing various number combinations, ballpens, marked bet money, and cash believed to be proceeds from the illegal numbers games.

The positive operations prompted immediate administrative action, resulting in the relief of the Chiefs of Police of Ayungon, Tayasan, Sibulan, Pamplona, Bayawan, and Guihulngan, as well as the Provincial Director of the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office, whose area of responsibility covers the entire province. Meanwhile, the Deputy Regional Director for Operations (DRDO) of PRO NIR was designated as Officer-in-Charge of the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office in addition to his present duties.

“Police leadership demands accountability, and we will not hesitate to impose decisive action when commanders fail to address illegal activities within their areas of responsibility. Our operations must be backed by firm command responsibility and sustained enforcement,” said PGEN Nartatez.

“Hindi sapat na may mga nahuhuli lamang; kailangang matiyak ng bawat hepe na walang puwang ang ilegal na sugal sa kanilang nasasakupan. Pananagutan ng bawat lider ang pagpapatupad ng batas at pagpapanatili ng kaayusan,” he added.

The action also advances the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, by strengthening command accountability and ensuring that police units respond firmly to criminal activities within their areas of responsibility.

The PNP will sustain its intensified campaign against illegal gambling and hold police commanders accountable for failing to address unlawful activities within their jurisdictions.

As the PNP strengthens law enforcement and command accountability against illegal gambling under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

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31/08/2026

2 HIGH-VALUE DRUG PERSONALITIES COLLARED, ₱14.6-M SHABU SEIZED

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested two high-value drug personalities and seized millions of pesos worth of suspected shabu in separate anti-illegal drug operations in Las Piñas City and Camarines Sur on August 29, 2026.

In Brgy. Manuyo Dos, Las Piñas City, personnel of the PNP Drug Enforcement Group (DEG), Southern Police District’s Station Drug Enforcement Unit and Sub-Station, and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) NCR apprehended a 30-year-old male during a buy-bust operation. Seized were approximately 2,000 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱13,600,000.00, along with buy-bust money and other evidence.

Meanwhile, in Brgy. Pawili, Bula, Camarines Sur, personnel of the Bula Municipal Police Station, Camarines Sur Police Provincial Office Provincial Intelligence Unit, Regional Police Drug Enforcement Unit 5, and PNP DEG arrested another male high-value drug personality in a separate buy-bust operation. Recovered were approximately 150 grams of suspected shabu worth ₱1,020,000.00, together with the buy-bust money.

The operations resulted in the recovery of approximately 2.15 kilograms of suspected shabu, with a combined value of ₱14,620,000.00, keeping a substantial quantity of dangerous drugs out of circulation.

The accomplishment supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through focused action against high-value drug personalities.

“These operations show what can be achieved when intelligence is translated into precise and lawful police action. We will remain focused on dismantling criminal activities and ensuring that cases arising from our operations are properly brought before the courts,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Ang laban kontra ilegal na droga ay hindi lamang tungkol sa pagkakaaresto. Mahalaga ring maputol ang daloy bago pa ito makarating sa mga gumagamit at masira ang buhay ng mas maraming pamilya,” he added.

The arrested individuals are under police custody for proper disposition, while the confiscated drug evidence has been submitted for laboratory examination and appropriate legal proceedings.

As the PNP takes decisive action against the illegal drug trade and keeps dangerous drugs out of communities under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it assures the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

31/08/2026

31/08/2026

NATIONAL MOST WANTED SUSPECT WITH ₱90K BOUNTY ARRESTED, ENDING 20-YEAR MURDER MANHUNT

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested a DILG-listed National Most Wanted Person in Sta. Rosa City, Laguna, on August 28, 2026, bringing a more than two-decade manhunt to a close.

The 46-year-old male accused was arrested by the Regional Special Operations Group–Regional Intelligence Division 3 (RSOG-RID3), together with other concerned PNP units, by virtue of a warrant of arrest for Murder issued by RTC Branch 17, Zamboanga City. A ₱90,000.00 reward was offered for information leading to his arrest.

The accused had been wanted in connection with a 2003 murder case. Despite the issuance of the warrant in January 2004, he remained at large for more than two decades and was eventually included in the DILG list of National Most Wanted Persons.

The arrest resulted from sustained intelligence work, records validation, and information-sharing among concerned police units and government agencies, which helped establish the accused’s whereabouts and led to his apprehension.

He is being brought to the RSOG3 Custodial Facility at Camp Olivas, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, for documentation prior to presentation before the concerned court.

The arrest reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through sustained intelligence-driven action against wanted persons.

“Time does not erase accountability. Every valid warrant deserves action, and the PNP will pursue wanted persons through lawful, deliberate, and intelligence-driven police operations,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi hadlang ang lumipas na panahon sa pagpapatupad ng batas. Kapag may warrant, hahanapin at aarestuhin natin ang taong dapat managot sa korte,” he added.

The arrest closes a more than 20-year chapter of evasion while reaffirming the PNP’s determination to locate wanted persons and bring them before the proper judicial authorities.

As the PNP strengthens its pursuit of wanted persons under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it assures the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)