PNP SAF 2SAB 21st Special Action Company

27/05/2026

27/05/2026

276 CASES, 32 ARRESTS LOGGED IN NATIONWIDE PNP DRIVE VS ONLINE LIBEL

The Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) has intensified its nationwide operations against online libel, referring a total of 276 cases for prosecution and arresting 32 individuals from January 1 to May 15, 2026.

The operations, carried out by different Special Operating Units and regional, provincial, city, and district cyber response teams of the PNP ACG, covered coordinated enforcement actions across the country. These efforts are part of the continuing campaign against violations of Section 4(c)(4) of Republic Act No. 10175 or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

The arrested individuals are facing charges for online libel, which under existing law refers to the public and malicious imputation of a crime, vice, defect, or any act or circumstance that may cause dishonor or discredit when committed through information and communication technology. Such acts are penalized under the Cybercrime Prevention Act with a penalty one degree higher than traditional libel under the Revised Penal Code.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., reminded the public of the importance of responsible digital behavior, stressing that law enforcement will continue to act decisively against violations while upholding rights and due process.

“Ang social media ay isang makapangyarihang instrumento ng komunikasyon, ngunit kaakibat nito ang pananagutan. The PNP will remain firm in enforcing the law habang tinitiyak natin na ang karapatan ng bawat isa ay nirerespeto,” he said.

The sustained nationwide operations support the PNP Focused Agenda through Enhanced Managing Police Operations and are aligned with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen law enforcement efforts against cyber-enabled crimes and other illegal online activities.

The PNP ACG assured that similar operations will continue nationwide as part of its commitment to safer online communities, in line with Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

26/05/2026

May 24, 2026
Gospel: John 20: 19-23
Reflection: “Joy in Seeing the Lord”

26/05/2026

SUSTAINED PNP OPS IN CORDILLERA ERADICATE OVER ₱234-M WORTH OF MA*****NA

The Philippine National Police (PNP), through the Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR), intensified its sustained anti-illegal drug operations in the region, resulting in the destruction of more than ₱234 million worth of ma*****na from May 18 to 24, 2026.

Reports submitted to the PNP national headquarters showed that 11 ma*****na eradication operations were successfully conducted in the provinces of Kalinga and Benguet during the weeklong campaign.

The continuing operations led to the eradication of 1,140,000 fully grown ma*****na plants with a Standard Drug Price amounting to ₱234,210,800.00.

PNP authorities said the accomplishment reflects the sustained operational focus of the organization against illegal drug activities, particularly ma*****na cultivation in remote areas, under the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced Managing Police Operations. The campaign also supports the peace and order initiatives of the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. aimed at keeping communities safe and secure.

PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. lauded the operating units for their commitment and persistence in carrying out difficult operations in mountainous areas of the Cordillera.

“Hindi tayo titigil sa tuloy-tuloy na operasyon laban sa ilegal na droga. Ang mahalaga rito ay napipigilan natin ang pagkalat ng ma*****na at napoprotektahan natin ang ating mga komunidad, lalo na ang kabataan. These sustained operations show our firm commitment to public safety and lawful police action,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP emphasized that anti-illegal drug operations nationwide will continue through intelligence-driven and community-supported initiatives, in line with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

26/05/2026

PNP STATEMENT ON ANGELES CITY BUILDING COLLAPSE

The Philippine National Police is closely coordinating with local authorities and emergency response units following the collapse of a hotel construction site in Brgy. Balibago, Angeles City, Pampanga early this morning.

Police Regional Office 3 immediately deployed personnel to assist in rescue and retrieval operations, traffic management, and area security. As of 1:52 PM, a total of 175 PNP personnel are on the ground working alongside the Bureau of Fire Protection, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, and local government units.

Rescue operations remain ongoing amid hazardous conditions caused by unstable debris and live power lines. The PNP is likewise supporting the ongoing investigation to determine the cause of the incident and possible violations of safety and building regulations.

The public is advised to avoid the area to allow unhampered emergency operations. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

POLICE GENERAL JOSE MELENCIO C. NARTATEZ, JR.
Chief, Philippine National Police

26/05/2026

26/05/2026