08/10/2026
𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗖𝗞𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬
CAMP KANGLEON, PALO, LEYTE – The Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8), under the leadership of PBGEN ROMANO V CARDIÑO, Regional Director, successfully intercepted a suspect for violation of Republic Act No. 10883, also known as “New Anti-Carnapping Act of 2016,” during a checkpoint operation in Brgy. 94-Basper, Tacloban City, today, October 7, 2026.
The suspect was identified as alias “Denz,” 18, unemployed, and a resident of Tacloban City. He was intercepted during a checkpoint operation while driving a black RUSI VOLT 125, which had earlier been reported missing from its parked location in Brgy. 93-Bagacay, Tacloban City. Upon verification, the owner, positively identified the motorcycle as his property.
The successful arrest underscores the effectiveness of intensified checkpoint operations conducted by personnel of the Tacloban City Police Station 2 (PS-2) and the Regional Highway Patrol Unit 8 (RHPU-8).
The suspect and the recovered motorcycle were subsequently taken into police custody for proper documentation and disposition.
This accomplishment is in line with the directive of the Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), PGEN JOSE MELENCIO C NARTATEZ JR, to strengthen police visibility, intensify law enforcement operations, and ensure the safety and security of communities across the country.
Meanwhile, RD CARDIÑO commended the operating personnel for the successful arrest and recovery of the motorcycle. “Our intensified checkpoint operations are vital in preventing criminal activities and ensuring that stolen vehicles and those responsible for such offenses are promptly identified and apprehended. We will continue to strengthen police visibility and law enforcement efforts to keep our communities safe,” he said.
For police assistance, inquiries, or reports, please visit our office or contact us through the following:
• Hotline No. – 09628616907 (Smart)
• page – Police Regional Office 8
• Email address – [email protected]
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