PNP DCPO Tourist Police Unit

11/10/2026

FIVE ARRESTED, INCLUDING THREE CHINESE NATIONALS, IN TACLOBAN HEALTH PRODUCT BUST

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested five individuals, including three Chinese nationals, in separate operations targeting the alleged sale and distribution of unauthorized health products in Tacloban City on October 8, 2026.

The arrests stemmed from separate operations by the Tacloban City Police Office–City Intelligence Unit and Police Station 2, with the assistance of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC), in Barangays 40 and 13, Tacloban City. Those arrested were three Chinese nationals—two men, aged 50 and 36, and a woman, aged 26—and two Filipino women, aged 21 and 26. They face alleged violations of Republic Act No. 9711, or the Food and Drug Administration Act of 2009, for the sale and distribution of health products without the required FDA authorization.

Authorities confiscated unauthorized health products valued at ₱96,205.00 and conducted an on-site inventory in the presence of required witnesses in accordance with established procedures.

PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez underscored the importance of protecting consumers from potentially unsafe health products.

“The PNP will pursue those who disregard the law and put public health at risk. We will work with concerned government agencies to hold violators accountable and prevent unauthorized products from reaching consumers,” he said.

He also urged the public to exercise vigilance when purchasing health-related products, particularly from unauthorized vendors and unverified online sellers.

“Maging mapanuri sa mga produktong binibili, lalo na kung para sa kalusugan. Huwag ipagsapalaran ang kaligtasan sa pagbili ng mga produktong walang pahintulot ng FDA,” PGEN Nartatez added.

The PNP Focused Agenda serves as a framework for institutional transformation, strengthening police operations and public protection through its key priorities, including Enhanced Managing Police Operations and Active Community Support.

By working with regulatory agencies and encouraging responsible consumer practices, the PNP reinforces its commitment to safeguarding public health under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., upholding “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

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11/10/2026

MAN SHOT DEAD IN TALISAY; SUSPECT YIELDS AFTER POLICE NEGOTIATIONS

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested a shooting suspect following a fatal incident in Talisay City, Negros Occidental, on October 9, 2026, after responding officers persuaded him to surrender peacefully.

Personnel of the Talisay City Police Station, Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office, rushed to Zone 3, Barangay Concepcion, after receiving a call from a concerned citizen. Upon arriving, they found the suspect, alias “Bongbong,” 50, inside the victim’s residence and successfully negotiated his voluntary surrender.

Initial investigation revealed that the victim’s brother-in-law, who was preparing coffee at a neighboring residence, heard the suspect arrive and converse with the victim shortly before hearing a gunshot from inside the house. Police subsequently found the victim lying on the floor with visible wounds. Responders from the Bureau of Fire Protection assessed the victim and confirmed that he had no signs of life.

The Scene of the Crime Operatives (SOCO) was requested to process the scene and conduct a forensic examination to support the investigation. The suspect was brought to the police station for documentation and further investigation and was also taken to the Talisay City Health Office for medical examination. Authorities are establishing the full circumstances of the incident and pursuing the appropriate charges in accordance with the law.

PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez emphasized the importance of professional police intervention in securing suspects and preserving evidence in serious criminal incidents. “Every case must be investigated thoroughly, with evidence established and the appropriate legal process observed to ensure accountability,” he said.

He also urged the public to promptly inform authorities about incidents that require police attention. “Hinihikayat natin ang publiko na agad ipagbigay-alam sa pulisya ang anumang kahina-hinalang pangyayari upang makatugon ang mga awtoridad at maiwasan ang karagdagang kapahamakan,” PGEN Nartatez said.

The incident underscores the PNP’s Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which reinforces timely police response and thorough investigation of criminal incidents.

As the PNP strengthens its response to violent incidents and ensures that cases are handled in accordance with the law, 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.”

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11/10/2026

11/10/2026

PNP WARNS ONLINE BUYERS AS SUSPECT IN ₱304K CAMERA THEFT CASE IS ARRESTED

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), authorities continue to strengthen efforts against property-related crimes, including the illegal sale of allegedly stolen items through online marketplaces.

A 22-year-old delivery rider was arrested on October 7, 2026, in Manila during an entrapment operation after allegedly offering stolen camera equipment worth approximately ₱304,000.00 for sale online.

The case stemmed from a report by the property owner, who recognized the missing cameras and lenses in an online listing and sought police assistance. Operatives arranged a meeting with the suspect, during which the equipment was presented and its identifying details were verified before the arrest.

The suspect is facing a complaint for alleged violation of Presidential Decree No. 1612, or the Anti-Fencing Law of 1979. The case is being processed for the appropriate legal proceedings.

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), by reinforcing timely police response, evidence-based action, and coordination with the public in addressing reported crimes. It is also consistent with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for responsive and accountable public service.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez reminded the public to exercise caution when purchasing high-value items online.

“Kapag bibili tayo online, huwag lang presyo ang tingnan. Check the seller, ask for proof of ownership, and be cautious when a deal seems too good to be true. Kung may kahina-hinalang item o transaction, i-report agad sa pulis. A little caution can help protect you from losing your money or unknowingly buying stolen property,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP encourages online buyers and sellers to keep transaction records, verify the identity and credibility of sellers, and report suspicious listings or offers to the proper authorities. Members of the public should avoid purchasing goods when ownership cannot be reasonably established and should not attempt to confront suspected offenders on their own.

Through sustained police operations and public cooperation, the PNP remains committed to protecting communities and promoting safer online transactions in line with Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

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11/10/2026

ONE-DAY ILLEGAL DRUG CRACKDOWN NETS ₱48-M HAUL, 3 HIGH-VALUE SUSPECTS ARRESTED

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., intensified its campaign against illegal drugs on October 9, 2026, intercepting multimillion-peso drug shipments at a mail processing facility in Pasay City and arresting three high-value individuals in separate operations in Camarines Norte and Iloilo City.

At a mail processing facility along Domestic Road in Pasay City, personnel of the NAIA Inter-Agency Drug Interdiction Task Group seized eight inbound parcels containing suspected illegal drugs valued at ₱44,281,000.00. The shipments contained approximately 5,221 grams of suspected shabu worth ₱35,502,800.00, 1,047 grams of suspected ma*****na worth ₱1,570,500.00, 261 grams of suspected co***ne worth ₱1,383,300.00, 1,001 grams of suspected ketamine worth ₱5,005,000.00, and 482 suspected ecstasy tablets worth ₱819,400.00.

In Barangay Poblacion 2, Basud, Camarines Norte, a buy-bust operation led to the arrest of a high-value individual and the confiscation of approximately 315 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱2,142,000.00. The operation was conducted by the Basud Municipal Police Station, the Provincial Police Drug Enforcement Unit, the Provincial Intelligence Unit, and the Regional Mobile Force Battalion 5.

Meanwhile, police operatives arrested two high-value individuals in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Calumpang, Molo, Iloilo City, and seized approximately 240 grams of suspected shabu worth ₱1,632,000.00. The operation involved Police Station 4 of the Iloilo City Police Office, the Regional Police Drug Enforcement Unit 6, the Regional Intelligence Division 6, and Special Operations Unit 6 of the PNP Drug Enforcement Group.

The three operations yielded a combined estimated value of ₱48,055,000.00 in suspected illegal drugs, comprising 5,776 grams of shabu, 1,047 grams of ma*****na, 261 grams of co***ne, 1,001 grams of ketamine, and 482 suspected ecstasy tablets. The evidence seized in Pasay City is under the custody of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Laboratory Service at its National Headquarters in Quezon City for documentation and proper disposition.

PGEN Nartatez stressed that disrupting the supply of illegal drugs requires sustained enforcement against drug shipments and distribution networks.

“Every intercepted shipment and every successful operation brings us closer to dismantling the networks that threaten public safety. We will pursue those involved in the illegal drug trade and ensure that every operation upholds the law,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi tayo magpapabaya sa paglaban sa ilegal na droga. Paiigtingin natin ang mga hakbang upang maprotektahan ang ating mga komunidad at mailayo ang ating mga kabataan sa panganib nito,” he added.

These accomplishments support the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework for police transformation that strengthens accountability and effective law enforcement. Through its key priority of Enhanced Managing Police Operations, the PNP reinforces targeted anti-drug efforts anchored in lawful and effective enforcement.

As the PNP strengthens its campaign against illegal drugs under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it assures the public of its steadfast commitment to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

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11/10/2026

11/10/2026

24-HOUR SWEEP: 9 MOST-WANTED PERSONS ARRESTED, INCLUDING 3 REGIONAL NO. 1 FUGITIVES

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested nine regional most-wanted persons in nationwide operations within a 24-hour period from October 9 to 10, 2026, including three individuals ranked No. 1 in their respective regions, as police intensified efforts to enforce arrest warrants and bring wanted persons before the courts.

In Region 8, police arrested the region’s No. 1 most-wanted person in Ormoc City, Leyte, for two counts of r**e, with no bail recommended. In Region 4B, the No. 1 most-wanted person was apprehended in Taytay, Palawan, for murder, also with no bail recommended. Meanwhile, in Region 4A, the region’s No. 1 most-wanted person was arrested in Quezon City for three counts of robbery with homicide and murder, with no bail recommended for the charges.

Other arrests included the No. 2 most-wanted person of Region 5, apprehended in San Pedro City, Laguna, for murder, with no bail recommended; and the No. 5 most-wanted person of Region 4A, arrested in Pagbilao, Quezon, for four counts of qualified r**e of a minor and one count of attempted qualified r**e. No bail was recommended for the four qualified r**e charges, while bail was recommended for the attempted qualified r**e charge.

In Region 12, police arrested the No. 4 most-wanted person in Koronadal City, South Cotabato, for seven counts of qualified r**e, with no bail recommended, and two counts of sexual assault, with recommended bail. In Region 5, the No. 8 most-wanted person was apprehended in Sorsogon City for three counts of r**e, with no bail recommended.

In Region 4B, the No. 8 most-wanted person was arrested in Victoria, Oriental Mindoro, for statutory r**e, with no bail recommended. Meanwhile, in Region 7, police apprehended the No. 10 most-wanted person in Badian, Cebu, for two counts of violating Republic Act No. 7610, or the Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act, with recommended bail.

The operations involved various police units, including local police stations, provincial intelligence units, mobile force companies, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, regional mobile force battalions, and regional intelligence units. The arrested individuals were placed under the custody of the appropriate police units.

“These operations demonstrate our determination to pursue wanted individuals and enforce arrest warrants wherever they may be found. We will ensure that law enforcement efforts remain grounded in due process and respect for the rule of law,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi dapat makaiwas sa batas ang sinumang may kinakaharap na kaso. Paiigtingin natin ang paghahanap sa mga wanted person upang maiharap sila sa hukuman at mapanagot alinsunod sa batas,” he added.

The PNP Focused Agenda guides institutional transformation, with Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) strengthening efforts to apprehend wanted persons and enforce arrest warrants.

Under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP remains committed to bringing wanted persons to justice and upholding the rule of law in pursuit of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

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10/10/2026

₱16.8-M WORTH OF SMUGGLED CI******ES SEIZED IN CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., seized ₱16.875 million worth of suspected smuggled ci******es and arrested three individuals in a joint anti-smuggling operation in Cagayan de Oro City early Friday, October 9.

The operation, conducted in Barangay 35, resulted in the confiscation of 252 master cases of ci******es, along with an Isuzu tractor head and an attached trailer and container van believed to have been used to transport the shipment.

The operation involved the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Bukidnon Provincial Field Unit, CIDG Regional Field Unit 10, Regional Mobile Force Battalion 10, and the Bureau of Customs–Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service. The three suspects, all Filipino adults, along with the confiscated items, are under the custody of CIDG Bukidnon PFU for proper investigation and the filing of appropriate charges.

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through coordinated enforcement efforts against the illegal movement of goods. It also reflects the administration’s continuing efforts under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen law enforcement and protect legitimate economic activities.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez emphasized that efforts against smuggling must be sustained through close coordination and consistent enforcement of the law.

“Hindi lang ito tungkol sa pagkumpiska ng mga smuggled goods. We also have to protect legitimate businesses and make sure that our laws are enforced fairly. We will continue to work with our partner agencies so that these operations lead to proper action and accountability,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP will continue to strengthen intelligence-driven operations and inter-agency coordination to help curb smuggling, uphold fair business practices, and protect the public interest, in keeping with the commitment of the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

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10/10/2026

CHINESE NATIONAL WANTED FOR QUALIFIED TRAFFICKING ARRESTED IN PARAÑAQUE

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., in coordination with the Military Intelligence Group of the Philippine Army and the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission, arrested a Chinese national wanted for qualified trafficking in persons during a joint operation in Parañaque City early Friday.

The suspect was arrested on October 9 in Barangay Tambo, Parañaque City, by personnel of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) National Capital Region Regional Field Unit, together with its partner agencies.

The arrest was carried out by virtue of a warrant of arrest issued in connection with a criminal case for qualified trafficking in persons, with no bail recommended. The suspect is currently under the custody of CIDG NCR RFU.

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes coordinated and intelligence-driven police action. It also reflects the government's continuing efforts under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen law enforcement and ensure that individuals facing criminal charges are brought before the proper courts.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez emphasized the value of inter-agency cooperation in carrying out law enforcement operations.

“Hindi natin dapat balewalain ang anumang kaso ng human trafficking dahil buhay at kinabukasan ng mga tao ang nakataya rito. We will continue to work closely with our partner agencies to help ensure that those who exploit others are held accountable under the law, and that the rights and dignity of every victim are protected,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP will continue working closely with partner agencies to strengthen law enforcement and promote accountability, in keeping with its commitment to a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

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10/10/2026

BURIED CTG ARMS CACHE SURFACES FOUR DAYS AFTER DEADLY ISABELA BLAST

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., unearthed a suspected Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) arms cache in Barangay Sinamar, Roxas, Isabela, on October 8, 2026, four days after an explosion in the same community killed three children and an 85-year-old woman.

Acting on information provided by a former rebel identified by the alias “Bira” on October 7, the 1st Isabela Provincial Mobile Force Company (1st IPMFC), in coordination with PNP Isabela, located and excavated the suspected cache. Inside a buried blue bucket were three M76 high-explosive r***e grenades, two 40mm high-explosive cartridges, one improvised anti-personnel mine, a blasting cap, a commercial time fuse, two meters of detonating cord, five 12-gauge sh***un cartridges, 65 rounds of 7.62mm am******on, one improvised sh***un, and one 7.62mm magazine. The recovery also included two handheld radios, a bandolier, CTG-related clothing, a camouflage upper garment, a raincoat, and other equipment and documents.

The find comes amid an investigation into the October 4 explosion in Purok Raniag, Barangay Sinamar, which killed four people and injured four other minors. Initial findings suggested that an object picked up by children from a drainage canal may have exploded while they were playing. The PNP Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Canine Unit conducted a post-blast investigation to establish the device’s type and origin. The recovered cache was placed under temporary custody at the 1st IPMFC for documentation.

“Hidden explosives are a danger even when they appear far removed from active operations. We will pursue information that helps uncover these threats and prevent deadly materials from reaching unsuspecting civilians,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi laruan ang mga bala at pampasabog. Kapag may makita kayong kahina-hinalang bagay, huwag itong galawin at agad ipagbigay-alam sa pulisya,” he warned.

The PNP Focused Agenda provides a framework for institutional transformation, with Enhanced Managing Police Operations supporting intelligence-driven action against threats to public safety. Through timely information and decisive police response, the PNP seeks to prevent dangerous weapons and explosives from claiming more lives.

Under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP remains committed to locating hazardous weapons and explosives, preventing harm to civilians, and protecting communities in line with “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

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