PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group

08/06/2026

𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫-𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐤 𝐄𝐬𝐤𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐚: 𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆-𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐔 𝟒𝐀 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲

In support of the Brigada Eskwela and Balik Eskwela Program, the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 4A (RACU 4A), led by PMSg Ruffa L. Lachica, PCR PNCO, under the supervision of PCOL Jerry V. Empizo, Chief of RACU 4A, conducted a Cybercrime Awareness Symposium on June 2, 2026, for students, faculty members, parents, SPTA officers, and other stakeholders of Kapayapaan Integrated National High School in Brgy. Canlubang Calamba City Laguna.

The activity aimed to strengthen the school community’s awareness of emerging cyber threats, promote safe and responsible online behavior, and encourage digital citizenship among learners and stakeholders. Through the symposium, participants gained valuable knowledge on protecting themselves from cybercrime, helping create a safer and more secure learning environment.

“Cybersecurity awareness is a shared responsibility. By equipping students, parents, and educators with the knowledge to recognize and prevent cyber threats, we empower them to become responsible digital citizens and partners in combating cybercrime,” emphasized PMGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group.

08/06/2026

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐃𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄’𝐒 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐌 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 (𝐀𝐓𝐀) 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏 𝐈𝐍 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐘𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐒

On June 8, 2026, Police Major General Wilson Casil Asueta, Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG), warmly welcomed representatives from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS), Office of Antiterrorism Assistance (ATA), during an official meeting aimed at further strengthening the partnership between the PNP ACG and DS-ATA in addressing shared security priorities.

The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation through mentoring activities for cyber investigators, particularly in the areas of cybercrime investigation best practices, modern digital forensics, and cyber patrol operations. Both parties discussed opportunities for capacity-building initiatives and knowledge-sharing programs to further equip law enforcement personnel with the skills and expertise needed to address evolving cyber threats.

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆- 𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐔 𝟏𝟐 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫

The Sultan Kudarat Provincial Cyber Response Team, led by PMSg Eleonor M. Castromayor, Assist Team Leader/WCPD Investigation PNCO, under the supervision of PCOL Alvin M. Martin, Chief of RACU 12, conducted a Cybercrime Awareness Seminar on June 1, 2026, for trainees undergoing the Fire Senior Leadership Course at the National Fire Training Institute Region 12 in Tacurong City, Sultan Kudarat.

The seminar aimed to enhance participants’ awareness of cybersecurity, emerging cyber threats, and the responsible use of digital platforms, equipping them with essential knowledge and skills to navigate the digital environment safely and securely.

“Cybersecurity awareness is essential to public safety, as informed and vigilant individuals are better equipped to prevent and respond to cyber threats,” said PMGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group.

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

𝐂𝐘𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐓𝐈𝐏𝐒⁣
𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐌⁣

08/06/2026

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆⁣
𝐏𝐑 𝐍𝐨. 𝟒𝟕𝟓⁣
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𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐕𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦; 𝟑𝟓 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝, 𝟐𝟕 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝⁣
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The Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) continues to intensify its campaign against Photo and Video Voyeurism through sustained nationwide operations, resulting in significant operational accomplishments during the first five months of 2026.⁣
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From January to May 2026, the PNP ACG conducted a total of 35 Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism operations across the country, leading to the arrest of 27 individuals involved in the unauthorized recording, possession, sharing, and distribution of intimate photos and videos.⁣
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The operations also resulted in the rescue of six Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL) and one victim, highlighting the PNP ACG’s commitment not only to apprehending offenders but also to protecting vulnerable individuals affected by cyber-enabled crimes.⁣
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These successful operations were carried out through the coordinated efforts of the PNP ACG’s Special Operation Units (SOUs), Regional Anti-Cybercrime Units (RACUs), Satellite Offices, Provincial and City Cyber Response Teams (P/CCRTs), and District Anti-Cybercrime Teams, in close coordination with local police units.⁣
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The arrests stemmed from various complaints against individuals involved in the production, possession, dissemination, and exploitation of intimate and private content without the consent of the persons involved. ⁣
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Investigation of the cases revealed that most offenders were personally acquainted with the victims, with the offenses commonly motivated by revenge, harassment, coercion, personal gain, or other malicious purposes.⁣
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The PNP ACG emphasized that Photo and Video Voyeurism is a serious offense punishable under RA No. 9995 (Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act of 2009), which protects the privacy and dignity of individuals against the unauthorized recording, reproduction, sharing, and distribution of intimate images and videos.⁣
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These accomplishments support the directives of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the PNP, under the Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) framework of the PNP Focused Agenda, which promotes intelligence-driven, technology-enabled, and responsive policing strategies in addressing emerging threats in cyberspace.⁣
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Police Major General Wilson C. Asueta, Director of the PNP ACG, reiterated the Group's commitment to safeguarding cyberspace and protecting the public from online exploitation. "These accomplishments reflect our unwavering resolve to pursue individuals who violate the privacy and dignity of others through technology. We encourage victims and concerned citizens to immediately report incidents of photo and video voyeurism so that appropriate legal action can be taken and victims can receive the necessary assistance," PMGEN Asueta said.⁣
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07/06/2026

PNP RESCUES OVER ₱5.5-M WORTH OF WILDLIFE, NABS FOREIGN NATIONAL IN SARANGANI

The Philippine National Police (PNP) continues to strengthen its campaign against environmental crimes following the successful rescue of more than ₱5.5 million worth of protected wildlife species and the arrest of a foreign national in Sarangani Province.

The operation was conducted on June 4, 2026, by personnel of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), in coordination with the Provincial Intelligence Unit of the Sarangani Police Provincial Office, local police units, and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (DENR-MENRO) of Sarangani.

Authorities recovered several protected wildlife species allegedly being possessed and traded without the permits required under Republic Act No. 9147, otherwise known as the Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act, which regulates the collection, possession, transport, and trade of wildlife and wildlife by-products in the country.

The arrested suspect, identified only by the alias “Son,” an Indonesian national, is facing appropriate charges for alleged violation of RA 9147.

The successful operation underscores the PNP's commitment to protecting the country's biodiversity and natural resources. It also supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through intensified law enforcement efforts against environmental and transnational crimes.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., lauded the operating units and partner agencies for their coordinated efforts.

"Ang tagumpay na ito ay bunga ng mahusay na koordinasyon ng ating mga kapulisan at mga katuwang na ahensya ng pamahalaan. Sa pamamagitan ng sama-samang pagkilos, mas napapalakas natin ang proteksyon sa ating likas na yaman at wildlife resources," PGEN Nartatez said.

"We remain steadfast in enforcing environmental laws and supporting conservation efforts across the country. Our message is simple: the protection of wildlife and the environment is a shared responsibility, and the PNP will continue to do its part in preserving these resources for future generations," he added.

The operation also complements the environmental protection and sustainability initiatives being advanced by the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., recognizing the importance of conserving the nation's natural heritage and maintaining ecological balance.

The PNP assures the public that it will continue to work closely with the DENR and other partner agencies in implementing environmental laws and protecting wildlife habitats, in line with its commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)