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22/04/2026

PNP NABS 2, SEIZES OVER ₱1M ILLEGAL TIMBER, FIREARM IN ANTI-ILLEGAL LOGGING OPERATION

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested two individuals for violations of P.D. No. 705 and R.A. No. 10591 during an anti-illegal logging operation conducted at about 2:30 PM on April 20, 2026 in Brgy. Inyawan, Libertad, Antique.

Operatives from the Libertad Municipal Police Station, Antique Police Provincial Office, in coordination with the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office, carried out the operation that resulted in the arrest of two male Filipino suspects and the confiscation of illegally cut forest products and a firearm. Seized from the area were assorted logs, including mahogany, kansilay, ughayan, toog, blanga-an, nato, dural-og, bug-arum, malauban, bakan, and unidentified species, with a total volume of 13,680.0594 board feet and an estimated market value of Php1,026,004.46. A caliber .38 revolver was also recovered. The suspects and pieces of evidence are now under the custody of the arresting unit.

The operation underscores the intensified efforts of the PNP in curbing environmental crimes and illegal possession of fi****ms, particularly in areas vulnerable to illegal logging activities.

Aligned with this, the PNP continues to advance its PNP Focused Agenda—a strategic direction of transformation designed to make police service more responsive and accountable. Central to this agenda are key priorities that define the course of the PNP, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, strengthening law enforcement actions against environmental crimes and ensuring sustained protection of natural resources.

PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez stated, “We will relentlessly pursue individuals who exploit our natural resources and violate our laws, as these acts undermine environmental sustainability and public safety. Hindi namin palalampasin ang mga lumalabag sa batas at sumisira sa ating kalikasan.”

He further emphasized, “Our law enforcement efforts will remain firm and consistent to ensure accountability and deterrence. Patuloy ang aming mahigpit na pagpapatupad ng batas upang maprotektahan ang ating likas na yaman at komunidad.”

The PNP maintains its firm stance against illegal logging and unlawful possession of fi****ms, ensuring that violators are held accountable under the law.

As the PNP intensifies its campaign against environmental crimes and illegal fi****ms 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)

22/04/2026

AGARANG AKSYON NG OFF-DUTY PULIS, TUMULONG SA PAG-APULA NG SUNOG SA SASAKYAN SA GAS STATION

Ipinakita ng isang pulis mula sa Angadanan Police Station ang tunay na diwa ng malasakit at serbisyo publiko matapos nitong maagapan ang posibleng mas malalang insidente habang siya ay off-duty.

Batay sa ulat, bandang 7:30 ng umaga noong Abril 20, 2026, pauwi na si Police Master Sergeant Kennedy Tungpalan kasama ang kanyang asawa nang mapansin niya ang usok at kaguluhan sa isang gasolinahan sa Brgy. Alibagu, Ilagan City.

Agad siyang bumaba ng sasakyan upang alamin ang sitwasyon at tumambad sa kanya ang isang kotse na nasusunog habang nakaparada sa loob ng gasolinahan. Sa kabila ng pagiging off-duty, hindi siya nagdalawang-isip at mabilis na ginamit ang fire extinguisher ng establisyemento upang apulahin ang apoy.

Dahil sa kanyang maagap na pagkilos, napigilan ang pagkalat ng apoy at naiwasan ang mas malaking pinsala o trahedya.

Ayon sa driver ng sasakyan, hindi niya namalayan na may nagsisimula nang sunog habang siya ay papasok sa gasolinahan. Nagpahayag naman ng pasasalamat ang pamunuan ng lugar sa mabilis na pagtugon ng pulis na naging susi sa pag-iwas sa mas malalang insidente.

Ayon kay PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., “Ganitong uri ng serbisyo ang nais nating makita at maramdaman ng ating kababayan—laging handa kahit off-duty, may malasakit, at laging handang tumulong. Sa bawat ganitong insidente, nakikita ng publiko na ang ating mga pulis ay tunay na lingkod-bayan.”

Dagdag pa ni PGen Nartatez ang ganitong uri ng aksyon ay patunay ng patuloy na dedikasyon ng organisasyon sa pagpapatupad ng disiplina at malasakit sa komunidad.

Ang insidenteng ito ay patunay ng patuloy na pag-iral ng diwa ng Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman sa bawat miyembro ng kapulisan, saan man sila naroroon.

(PNP-PIO)

22/04/2026

PDEA-PNP BUST YIELDS ₱278.8-M SHABU, 2 FOREIGN NATIONALS ARRESTED

A joint anti-illegal drug operation led by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), with support from the Philippine National Police (PNP), resulted in the arrest of two foreign nationals and the seizure of approximately 41 kilograms of suspected shabu valued at ₱278.8 million in Quezon City.

The operation was conducted at around 10:22 PM on April 21, 2026, along Andrade Street, Barangay Balingasa. Arrested were two Chinese nationals, both male and currently residing in General Trias, Cavite.

Recovered during the operation were approximately 41 kilograms of suspected shabu, with an estimated street value of ₱278.8 million. The illegal drugs were found packed in multiple containers, along with several non-drug items including mobile phones, travel documents, a vehicle, and marked money used in the operation.

The suspects are now facing charges for violations of Republic Act 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., commended the operating teams for their coordination with PDEA, which led the operation.

“This operation is a strong step in reducing the supply of illegal drugs entering our communities. Malinaw ang ating mensahe—hindi natin palalampasin ang mga grupong sangkot sa ganitong gawain, lalo na ang mga dayuhang ginagamit ang ating bansa bilang bahagi ng kanilang operasyon,” PGen Nartatez said.

“Through sustained coordination with PDEA, we will continue to disrupt the flow of illegal drugs and hold accountable those involved, while ensuring that all actions are carried out within the bounds of the law,” he added.

The operation forms part of the intensified national campaign against illegal drugs, aligned with the PNP’s Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, and supports the broader direction of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in ensuring safer communities through lawful and coordinated enforcement efforts.

Authorities assured that all actions were carried out in accordance with the law, with respect for due process and human rights.

The PNP, together with PDEA, reaffirms its commitment to a sustained and balanced approach in addressing illegal drugs, guided by the vision of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

22/04/2026

22/04/2026

PNP, UNIFIED 911 RESPONDS TO CALOOCAN CABLE THEFT; 3 ARRESTED, COPPER WIRES RECOVERED

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., successfully responded to a cable theft incident in Caloocan City on Friday following an emergency call through the Unified 911 system, a vital public safety service under the Department of the Interior and Local Government led by Secretary Juanito Victor C. Remulla Jr. The swift response led to the arrest of three individuals and the recovery of copper underground cable wires.

At about 3:14 AM of April 17, 2026, security personnel of a telecommunications service provider observed three male individuals extracting copper underground cable wires from a manhole along A. Mabini Street, Barangay 15, Caloocan City, beside the Caloocan City Medical Center.

The incident was immediately reported through emergency channels, prompting police response at 4:23 AM.

Responding personnel identified the suspects as three male individuals, all residents of Caloocan City, who were caught in the act and failed to present any authority or permit to conduct excavation or handling of telecommunications infrastructure.

Recovered from the scene were copper underground cable wires, some still attached inside the manhole and already under the possession and control of the suspects at the time of interception.

The PNP emphasized that the operation reflects strengthened field response against infrastructure-related crimes under the Enhanced Managing Police Operations priority of the PNP Focused Agenda, which reinforces immediate action in protecting essential public utilities.

“This operation demonstrates our commitment to respond decisively to crimes affecting critical infrastructure and public services. Hindi natin hahayaan na masira ang mga linya ng komunikasyon na mahalaga sa serbisyo ng publiko,” said PGEN Nartatez.

The suspects remain under police custody for proper disposition and filing of appropriate charges, while the recovered items are secured as evidence.

As the PNP intensifies its campaign against infrastructure-related crimes 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.”

(PNP-PIO)

22/04/2026

SERBISYONG PNP PARA SA KABATAAN, HATID SA YOUTH LITERACY SUMMER CAMP SA LEYTE

Nagtapos nang matagumpay ang isinagawang summer literacy camp ng Regional Mobile Force Battalion 8 (RMFB 😎 sa Leyte, kung saan tinuruan at ginabayan ng mga pulis ang mga kabataan sa pagbasa at pagsulat.

Sa loob ng isang linggo, naging “police tutors” ang mga tauhan ng RMFB 8, na hindi lamang nagpatupad ng kaayusan kundi aktibong nakilahok sa paghubog ng kaalaman ng mga bata. Labintatlong (13) kabataan ang nakatapos sa programa at tumanggap ng sertipiko at school supplies, kasama ang kanilang mga magulang na nagpahayag ng pasasalamat sa inisyatiba.

Ayon kay Chief PNP, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., mahalagang ipakita ng kapulisan ang malasakit hindi lang sa seguridad kundi pati sa kinabukasan ng kabataan.

“Hindi lang tayo tagapagpatupad ng batas. Tayo rin ay katuwang ng komunidad sa paghubog ng mas maayos na kinabukasan para sa ating mga kabataan. Sa simpleng pagtuturo, naipapakita natin ang tunay na diwa ng serbisyo publiko,” aniya.

Dagdag pa niya, “Kapag ang pulis ay naroroon hindi lang sa oras ng panganib kundi pati sa oras ng pangangailangan, mas tumitibay ang tiwala ng mamamayan. Iyan ang uri ng serbisyong nais nating ipadama.”

Pinuri rin ang mga pulis na nagsilbing g**o, na naglaan ng oras at pagsisikap lampas sa kanilang karaniwang tungkulin upang maturuan at ma-inspire ang mga bata.

Ang naturang aktibidad ay bahagi ng PNP Focused Agenda sa ilalim ng Community Support initiative, na sumasalamin sa malasakit at aktibong paglilingkod ng kapulisan sa komunidad, alinsunod sa adhikain ng Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

22/04/2026

PNP TRACKS DOWN SUSPECTS IN QUEZON CITY GAS-AND-RUN CASE

Two suspects were arrested by the Philippine National Police (PNP) in connection with a gas-and-run incident at a fuel station in Barangay Bagong Silangan, Quezon City.

The case was acted upon by personnel of the Payatas Bagong Silangan Police Station (PS-13) under the Quezon City Police District, who immediately conducted follow-up operations.

The incident happened around 3:10 AM on April 20, when a motorist drove off without paying for ₱1,500.00 worth of fuel along Payatas Road. It was reported later that morning.

Through coordination and vehicle tracing, investigators uncovered a chain of ownership that led to the current user of the vehicle. This resulted in the identification and arrest of two suspects, while a manhunt continues for another individual believed to be involved.

The arrested suspects, both of legal age, are now under police custody and will face estafa charges, with inquest proceedings to follow.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., said the quick response highlights the importance of acting on every report.

“Maliit man na insidente, hindi natin ito binabalewala, lalo na sa gitna ng krisis na kinakaharap natin ngayon. Every report matters because it reflects public trust,” he said.

He added, “Mabilis ang aksyon ng ating kapulisan dahil mahalaga ang tiwala ng mamamayan. We will continue to strengthen our coordination and investigation efforts to ensure that those involved are properly held accountable.”

The operation is part of the PNP Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, supporting the direction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in maintaining peace and order.

The PNP assures the public that operations will continue to be conducted with fairness and professionalism, in line with its commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

22/04/2026

PNP ARRESTS 7, SEIZES ABOUT ₱6.9 MILLION WORTH OF SMUGGLED CI******ES IN VISAYAS AND MINDANAO OPS

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., conducted a series of intensified anti-smuggling operations on April 20–21, 2026 across Zamboanga City, Victorias City, and Bacolod City, resulting in the arrest of seven individuals and the confiscation of smuggled ci******es and a motor vehicle with an estimated total value of ₱6,879,424.04.

In Brgy. Tugbungan, Zamboanga City at around 4:07 PM on April 20, 2026, operatives of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Zamboanga City Field Unit in coordination with the Bureau of Customs Region 9 intercepted an anti-smuggling activity that led to the arrest of two suspects. Authorities seized 33 master cases of smuggled ci******es worth ₱3,695,874.00 and one passenger-type van allegedly used in transporting the contraband. The suspects are now under CIDG custody, while the seized items were turned over to the Bureau of Customs Region 9.

In Victorias City, Negros Occidental at about 10:30 PM on the same day, joint operatives from the 4th Special Operations Unit-Maritime Group, E.B. Magalona Mobile Law Enforcement Team, Victorias City Police Station, Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office, and the Bureau of Internal Revenue – National Internal Revenue District arrested two individuals for violations of R.A. No. 8424. Authorities confiscated 1,818 reams and two packs of smuggled ci******es valued at ₱1,963,550.04, which were immediately turned over to the BIR for proper disposition.

Meanwhile, at 6:15 AM on April 21, 2026 in Purok Acacia 1, Barangay Pahanocoy, Bacolod City, combined personnel of CIDG Bacolod City Field Unit, Police Station 8 of Bacolod City Police Office, and Regional Intelligence Unit – Negros Island Region conducted a buy-bust operation that resulted in the arrest of three suspects. Seized were 17 boxes and 111 reams of suspected smuggled ci******es worth ₱1,220,000.00, along with buy-bust money and one multi-purpose vehicle used in the activity.

The operation forms part of the intensified drive of the PNP against smuggling activities that continue to affect legitimate businesses and government revenues. It likewise underscores the PNP Focused Agenda—a strategic direction of transformation designed to make police service more responsive and accountable. At the heart of this agenda are key priorities that define the course of the PNP, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, as demonstrated through sustained enforcement actions against illegal trade.

PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez stated, “Operations like this send a clear signal that smuggling will not be tolerated, and those involved will face the full force of the law. We remain firm in safeguarding our economic interests and enforcing our customs regulations.”

He further added, “Mahigpit ang aming pagbabantay laban sa smuggling. Hindi namin hahayaang magpatuloy ang ganitong gawain na sumisira sa kabuhayan ng ating mga kababayan.”

The continued crackdown on smuggling in Zamboanga City affirms the PNP’s commitment to upholding the law and protecting the nation’s economic security.

As the PNP strengthens its campaign against illegal trade and related offenses 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)

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