10/04/2026
OVER 48,000 CITIZENS APPREHENDED IN 3-DAY METRO MANILA SAFER CITIES DRIVE
The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported a total of 48,257 violators apprehended over three days in Metro Manila as part of the intensified implementation of the Safer Cities Initiative.
Data from the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) showed 23,376 violators recorded from April 7 to April 8, 2026, following 24,881 violators from April 6 to April 7, 2026.
Leading the districts, Southern Police District (SPD) apprehended 9,503 violators, followed by Quezon City (QCPD) with 4,336, Northern (NPD) with 3,878, Eastern (EPD) with 2,916, and Manila (MPD) with 2,743, reflecting their strong commitment to public safety.”
Of the total, 7,389 were fined, 403 were charged in court, while 15,584 were warned and released.
Records show that the most common violations were drinking and smoking in public places (7,300), followed by roaming streets without shirts (2,543), curfew violations involving minors (2,070), and videoke or karaoke beyond allowed hours (572). The remaining 12,485 cases were classified under other violations such as loitering, public disturbance, and similar local ordinance infractions.
PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the figures show the steady implementation of police efforts on the ground.
“Patuloy lang ang ating pagpapaalala at pagpapatupad ng mga ordinansa. Nakikita natin na mas nagiging maayos ang paligid kapag may presensya ang pulis,” he said.
He also called on the public to cooperate and stay mindful of community rules. “Makiisa po tayo—sumunod sa simpleng alituntunin, iwasan ang paglabag, at igalang ang kapwa. Maliit na bagay pero malaking tulong sa kaayusan.”
The PNP reminded the public to avoid drinking and smoking in public places, observe proper decorum including wearing appropriate clothing, ensure minors comply with curfew hours, and be mindful of noise regulations such as videoke use, along with other local ordinances.
The PNP assured that operations will remain continuous, fair, and respectful of human rights, in close coordination with local government units and barangay officials.
As the PNP sustains its efforts, it underscores that Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman remains at the heart of its commitment to safer and more orderly communities.
(PNP-PIO)