Saul Tarsus

24/05/2026

MABILIS NA RESPONDE NG PNP, NAGING DAAN SA LIGTAS NA PANGANGANAK SA ZAMBALES

Isang buntis ang matagumpay na naisugod at napangalagaan ng mga kapulisan matapos itong mangailangan ng agarang tulong habang nasa gitna ng emergency noong gabi ng Mayo 19, 2026 sa San Marcelino, Zambales.

Habang nagsasagawa ng pagpapatrolya sa kanilang lugar, agad na rumesponde sina Patrolman Nyl Art H. Dela Peña at Patrolman Johnsen A. Macabitas ng San Marcelino MPS matapos lapitan ng isang concerned citizen hinggil sa kalagayan ng babaeng manganganak na noon ay nasa kritikal na sitwasyon.

Sa mabilis na aksyon ng dalawang pulis, isinakay nila ang pasyente patungo sana sa pinakamalapit na pagamutan. Ngunit habang nasa biyahe, hindi inaasahang nanganak ang babae at matagumpay na isinilang ang isang malusog na sanggol na lalaki, sa tulong at paggabay ng mga pulis.

Sa kasalukuyan, ligtas at maayos ang kalagayan ng mag-ina at patuloy na inoobserbahan sa ospital.

Ayon kay PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., ang ganitong uri ng insidente ay sumasalamin sa tunay na diwa ng serbisyo ng kapulisan.

“Hindi natin alam kung kailan darating ang emergency, kaya mahalaga ang agarang aksyon ng ating mga pulis. Sa pagkakataong ito, muling napatunayan ang kanilang kahandaan at malasakit,” pahayag ni PGen Nartatez.

Ang nasabing insidente ay nagpapakita ng maagap at makataong serbisyo ng kapulisan na tunay na maaasahan ng komunidad, patunay ng Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

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CEBU BUY-BUST OPERATION NETS PHP5.3-M WORTH OF LAPTOPS; TWO SUSPECTS NABBED

The Philippine National Police (PNP), through coordinated efforts of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Mandaue City Field Unit, CIDG Regional Field Unit 7, and Regional Intelligence Unit 7 under the Intelligence Group, successfully conducted an anti-illegal trade operation in Barangay Santo Niño, Cebu City on May 19, 2026.

The operation, carried out along Plaridel Street inside a commercial building, led to the arrest of two individuals following a buy-bust operation involving alleged violations of Republic Act No. 7394, or the Consumer Act of the Philippines. Authorities recovered and confiscated approximately 207 assorted units of laptops with an estimated market value of PHP 5.3 million.

The suspects are currently under the custody of CIDG Mandaue CFU for proper documentation and disposition. No further details are being released while investigation and case build-up are ongoing.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., said the accomplishment reflects the organization’s continued commitment to protect consumers and ensure that trade and commerce remain lawful and transparent.

“Patuloy nating paiigtingin ang mga operasyon na naglalayong protektahan ang publiko at tiyakin na ang mga transaksyon sa merkado ay naaayon sa batas,” PGen Nartatez said.

This operation is in line with the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced Managing Police Operations, reinforcing coordinated intelligence-driven actions across units, and supports the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen consumer protection and maintain public order through lawful enforcement.

The PNP reiterated its call for public cooperation and vigilance as it continues to intensify efforts against unlawful trade activities nationwide under the banner of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

24/05/2026

REGION 8 MOST WANTED FOR R**E, LASCIVIOUS CONDUCT ARRESTED IN PNP MANHUNT OPERATION

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., intensified its campaign against wanted persons following the arrest of the No. 7 Most Wanted Person at the provincial level in Police Regional Office 8 during an operation conducted on May 19, 2026, in Brgy. SMO. Rosario, Naval, Biliran.

Personnel of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Biliran Provincial Field Unit, serving as lead unit together with the Naval Municipal Police Station and Biliran Police Provincial Office, arrested a male accused by virtue of a Warrant of Arrest for seven counts of Lascivious Conduct with recommended bail amounting to PhP1,400,000.00, and four counts of R**e with no bail recommended. The accused is presently under the custody of CIDG Biliran PFU pending proper judicial proceedings.

PGEN Nartatez stressed that the arrest demonstrates the unwavering resolve of the PNP to locate and arrest individuals accused of grave offenses, particularly crimes committed against women and children. “The PNP will continue to run after fugitives facing serious criminal charges and ensure that they are brought before the courts to answer for their actions. Walang puwang sa lipunan ang mga nang-aabuso at nagtatago sa batas,” he said.

The operation also highlights the continuing implementation of the PNP Focused Agenda—an operational framework for institutional transformation designed to make police service more responsive, reliable, and accountable to the Filipino people. In line with its key priority on Enhanced Managing Police Operations, the PNP continues to strengthen intelligence-driven manhunt operations and reinforce its law enforcement actions against wanted persons involved in heinous crimes.

PGEN Nartatez likewise warned that the PNP remains relentless in pursuing offenders attempting to evade justice. “Our law enforcement actions will remain firm and unyielding against individuals accused of r**e and other violent crimes. Hindi namin hahayaang makaiwas sa pananagutan ang sinumang lumalapastangan sa dangal at karapatan mga kababaihan,” he added.

As the PNP sustains its intensified campaign against wanted persons and other lawless elements under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman”.

(PNP-PIO)

24/05/2026

24/05/2026

PNP STATEMENT ON THE DOJ DIRECTIVE TO EFFECT THE ARREST OF SENATOR RONALD “BATO” DELA ROSA

The Philippine National Police (PNP) takes note of the directive issued by the Department of Justice (DOJ) directing the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to effect the warrant of arrest against Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa.

The PNP respects the processes of the justice system and recognizes the authority of competent government agencies in the implementation of lawful orders.

As a law enforcement agency, the PNP shall perform its mandate in accordance with existing laws, due process, and established operational procedures.

The PNP likewise assures the public that all actions undertaken shall remain impartial, professional, and within the bounds of the law, with full respect for the constitutional rights of all parties concerned.

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

24/05/2026

PNP NATIONWIDE ANTI-ILLEGAL DRUG OPERATIONS NET ₱15.48M WORTH OF ILLEGAL DRUGS, 10 ARRESTED

Intensified anti-illegal drug operations conducted by the Philippine National Police (PNP) across several regions from May 20 to early May 21, 2026 resulted in the arrest of 10 suspects and the seizure of an estimated ₱15.48 million worth of suspected illegal drugs.

In Quezon City, operatives recovered more than 1,500 capsules suspected to be ecstasy during a coordinated operation in the afternoon of May 20, with an estimated value of ₱2,631,600.00.

In Iloilo City and Santa Barbara, Iloilo, separate buy-bust operations led to the arrest of two high-value individuals and the confiscation of more than 300 grams of suspected shabu with a combined estimated value of ₱2,380,000.00.

In Oriental Mindoro, joint police units implementing search warrants arrested a suspect and seized more than 750 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱4,900,000.00, along with a firearm and ammunition. One additional suspect remains at large and is now the subject of follow-up operations.

In Batangas City, another buy-bust operation resulted in the arrest of two high-value individuals and the confiscation of over 200 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated value of ₱1,426,232.00.

In Camarines Norte, separate anti-drug operations led to the arrest of suspects and the seizure of nearly 460 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱3,128,000.00.

In South Cotabato, coordinated police operations led to the arrest of suspects and the recovery of around 150 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated value of ₱1,020,000.00.

All confiscated evidence has been turned over to the PNP Forensic Group for laboratory examination, while appropriate charges are being prepared against the arrested individuals.

These operational accomplishments support the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to intensify the government’s campaign against illegal drugs and criminality under the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced Managing Police Operations.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., commended the operating units for their sustained efforts, highlighting discipline, coordination, and professionalism in all operations.

“Ang tagumpay ng ating mga operasyon ay patunay ng dedikasyon ng ating mga pulis at ng pakikipagtulungan ng mamamayan. Kasama ang komunidad, tuloy-tuloy ang ating laban kontra ilegal na droga. The PNP will continue to intensify intelligence-driven operations to ensure that illegal drug personalities are arrested and brought before the courts,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven anti-illegal drug operations and ensuring safer communities under the vision of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)