Baguio - CPO Police Station 6

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

SWISS FUGITIVE, 17 MOST WANTED NETTED IN MASSIVE PNP SWEEP
The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested 18 wanted persons, including 17 Regional Most Wanted Persons and a Swiss national, in separate warrant operations across the country on October 2, 2026.
In Region 2, police arrested two Regional Most Wanted Persons in Isabela. A 63-year-old man ranked Regional No. 9 was arrested in Echague for r**e by sexual assault, with bail, while a 29-year-old man ranked Regional No. 3 was arrested in Benito Soliven for four counts of qualified r**e of a minor, with no bail.
In Region 5, four Regional Most Wanted Persons were arrested. These included a Regional No. 3 wanted for qualified r**e in Camarines Norte; a Regional No. 6 wanted for three counts of statutory r**e in Camarines Sur; a Regional No. 10 wanted for violations of Republic Acts Nos. 9165 and 10591 in Camarines Norte; and a Regional No. 4 Most Wanted Person of PRO 3 arrested in Sorsogon for five counts of r**e. All four cases were with no bail.
In Region 6, police arrested three Regional Most Wanted Persons: a Regional No. 5 wanted for r**e in Iloilo City; a Regional No. 8 wanted for statutory r**e in Aklan; and a Regional No. 6 wanted for qualified r**e of a minor in Iloilo. All three were with no bail.
In Region 11, three Regional Most Wanted Persons were arrested, including a Regional No. 2 wanted for murder in Davao del Sur, a Regional No. 7 wanted for qualified r**e in Davao Oriental, and a Regional No. 8 wanted for r**e in Davao de Oro. All were with no bail.
In Region 4B, police arrested a Regional No. 6 wanted for statutory r**e in Marinduque and a Regional No. 10 wanted for two counts of violation of Republic Act No. 10883 in Palawan. Both cases were with no bail.
In the National Capital Region, police arrested a Regional No. 7 Most Wanted Person in Quezon City for qualified r**e, sexual assault, and two counts of acts of lasciviousness. The qualified r**e charge was with no bail, while the other charges were with bail.
In Region 12, a 17-year-old CICL ranked Regional No. 10 for r**e in Sultan Kudarat was taken into custody, with no bail.
In Region 13, police arrested the Regional No. 1 Most Wanted Person in Agusan del Sur for nine counts of qualified r**e of a minor, with no bail.
Meanwhile, in the Negros Island Region, police arrested a 48-year-old Swiss national in Larena, Siquijor, for adultery, with bail. The suspect was placed under the custody of Larena Municipal Police Station.
The arrests demonstrate the PNP’s sustained pursuit of wanted persons through focused warrant operations conducted by police stations, intelligence units, mobile forces, CIDG, PNP SAF, and other operating units across the country.
“We will sustain our focused pursuit of wanted persons and ensure that those with standing warrants are brought before the proper courts. Every lawful arrest strengthens accountability and advances the justice process while respecting due process and the rule of law,” PGEN Nartatez said.
“Hindi titigil ang ating kapulisan sa paghahanap sa mga wanted persons. Patuloy nating ipatutupad ang mga warrant of arrest nang naaayon sa batas at sisiguraduhin nating maihaharap sa tamang proseso ng hustisya ang mga taong hinahanap ng hukuman,” he added.
The arrests reflect Enhanced Managing Police Operations, a key priority under the PNP Focused Agenda that reinforces focused and lawful police action against wanted persons and other threats to public safety.
As the PNP strengthens its law enforcement efforts 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)

SWISS FUGITIVE, 17 MOST WANTED NETTED IN MASSIVE PNP SWEEP

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested 18 wanted persons, including 17 Regional Most Wanted Persons and a Swiss national, in separate warrant operations across the country on October 2, 2026.

In Region 2, police arrested two Regional Most Wanted Persons in Isabela. A 63-year-old man ranked Regional No. 9 was arrested in Echague for r**e by sexual assault, with bail, while a 29-year-old man ranked Regional No. 3 was arrested in Benito Soliven for four counts of qualified r**e of a minor, with no bail.

In Region 5, four Regional Most Wanted Persons were arrested. These included a Regional No. 3 wanted for qualified r**e in Camarines Norte; a Regional No. 6 wanted for three counts of statutory r**e in Camarines Sur; a Regional No. 10 wanted for violations of Republic Acts Nos. 9165 and 10591 in Camarines Norte; and a Regional No. 4 Most Wanted Person of PRO 3 arrested in Sorsogon for five counts of r**e. All four cases were with no bail.

In Region 6, police arrested three Regional Most Wanted Persons: a Regional No. 5 wanted for r**e in Iloilo City; a Regional No. 8 wanted for statutory r**e in Aklan; and a Regional No. 6 wanted for qualified r**e of a minor in Iloilo. All three were with no bail.

In Region 11, three Regional Most Wanted Persons were arrested, including a Regional No. 2 wanted for murder in Davao del Sur, a Regional No. 7 wanted for qualified r**e in Davao Oriental, and a Regional No. 8 wanted for r**e in Davao de Oro. All were with no bail.

In Region 4B, police arrested a Regional No. 6 wanted for statutory r**e in Marinduque and a Regional No. 10 wanted for two counts of violation of Republic Act No. 10883 in Palawan. Both cases were with no bail.

In the National Capital Region, police arrested a Regional No. 7 Most Wanted Person in Quezon City for qualified r**e, sexual assault, and two counts of acts of lasciviousness. The qualified r**e charge was with no bail, while the other charges were with bail.

In Region 12, a 17-year-old CICL ranked Regional No. 10 for r**e in Sultan Kudarat was taken into custody, with no bail.

In Region 13, police arrested the Regional No. 1 Most Wanted Person in Agusan del Sur for nine counts of qualified r**e of a minor, with no bail.

Meanwhile, in the Negros Island Region, police arrested a 48-year-old Swiss national in Larena, Siquijor, for adultery, with bail. The suspect was placed under the custody of Larena Municipal Police Station.

The arrests demonstrate the PNP’s sustained pursuit of wanted persons through focused warrant operations conducted by police stations, intelligence units, mobile forces, CIDG, PNP SAF, and other operating units across the country.

“We will sustain our focused pursuit of wanted persons and ensure that those with standing warrants are brought before the proper courts. Every lawful arrest strengthens accountability and advances the justice process while respecting due process and the rule of law,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi titigil ang ating kapulisan sa paghahanap sa mga wanted persons. Patuloy nating ipatutupad ang mga warrant of arrest nang naaayon sa batas at sisiguraduhin nating maihaharap sa tamang proseso ng hustisya ang mga taong hinahanap ng hukuman,” he added.

The arrests reflect Enhanced Managing Police Operations, a key priority under the PNP Focused Agenda that reinforces focused and lawful police action against wanted persons and other threats to public safety.

As the PNP strengthens its law enforcement efforts 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)

05/10/2026

130 FOREIGN NATIONALS ACCOUNTED FOR IN ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY FORCED-LABOR PROBE AMID ARMED CLASH
The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., backed a government operation in Zamboanga Sibugay that accounted for 130 foreign nationals amid an armed encounter on October 2, 2026.
The operation was conducted in Barangay Tandiong Muslim, Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, by personnel of the Bureau of Immigration (BI), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), and the Police Intelligence Unit and Alicia Municipal Police Station of the Zamboanga Sibugay Police Provincial Office. It stemmed from allegations of forced labor and the employment of foreign nationals without the required visas or immigration documents.
An armed encounter transpired between the operating government personnel and unidentified armed individuals during the operation. Two Chinese nationals were wounded and immediately brought to Alicia District Hospital for medical treatment before being referred to Zamboanga Medical Center for further medical attention.
A total of 130 foreign nationals were accounted for, consisting of 120 Chinese, four Indonesians, three Malaysians, and three Myanmar nationals. They were placed under the custody of the BI and NBI and subsequently brought to Purok 2, Barangay Kimos, Siay, Zamboanga Sibugay, for consolidation and proper disposition.
Their immigration status, individual circumstances, and possible involvement in any unlawful activity remain subject to verification and investigation by the competent authorities. Meanwhile, the identities, whereabouts, and subsequent status of the unidentified armed individuals involved in the encounter remain subject to further investigation.
“This operation highlights the importance of decisive law enforcement action when there are indications of exploitation and immigration violations. Our personnel must remain alert, disciplined, and committed to protecting people while carrying out their lawful duties,” PGEN Nartatez said.
“Hindi tayo magpapabaya sa mga sitwasyong maaaring maglagay sa panganib sa buhay at seguridad ng mga tao. Sisiguraduhin nating naaayon sa batas ang ating mga hakbang at mananagot ang sinumang mapatutunayang lumabag sa batas,” he added.
The PNP Focused Agenda provides a framework for strengthening police service and translating priorities into concrete results, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which reinforces lawful and sustained law enforcement efforts.
As the PNP strengthens law enforcement efforts and safeguards communities 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)

130 FOREIGN NATIONALS ACCOUNTED FOR IN ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY FORCED-LABOR PROBE AMID ARMED CLASH

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., backed a government operation in Zamboanga Sibugay that accounted for 130 foreign nationals amid an armed encounter on October 2, 2026.

The operation was conducted in Barangay Tandiong Muslim, Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, by personnel of the Bureau of Immigration (BI), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), and the Police Intelligence Unit and Alicia Municipal Police Station of the Zamboanga Sibugay Police Provincial Office. It stemmed from allegations of forced labor and the employment of foreign nationals without the required visas or immigration documents.

An armed encounter transpired between the operating government personnel and unidentified armed individuals during the operation. Two Chinese nationals were wounded and immediately brought to Alicia District Hospital for medical treatment before being referred to Zamboanga Medical Center for further medical attention.

A total of 130 foreign nationals were accounted for, consisting of 120 Chinese, four Indonesians, three Malaysians, and three Myanmar nationals. They were placed under the custody of the BI and NBI and subsequently brought to Purok 2, Barangay Kimos, Siay, Zamboanga Sibugay, for consolidation and proper disposition.

Their immigration status, individual circumstances, and possible involvement in any unlawful activity remain subject to verification and investigation by the competent authorities. Meanwhile, the identities, whereabouts, and subsequent status of the unidentified armed individuals involved in the encounter remain subject to further investigation.

“This operation highlights the importance of decisive law enforcement action when there are indications of exploitation and immigration violations. Our personnel must remain alert, disciplined, and committed to protecting people while carrying out their lawful duties,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi tayo magpapabaya sa mga sitwasyong maaaring maglagay sa panganib sa buhay at seguridad ng mga tao. Sisiguraduhin nating naaayon sa batas ang ating mga hakbang at mananagot ang sinumang mapatutunayang lumabag sa batas,” he added.

The PNP Focused Agenda provides a framework for strengthening police service and translating priorities into concrete results, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which reinforces lawful and sustained law enforcement efforts.

As the PNP strengthens law enforcement efforts and safeguards communities 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)

05/10/2026

₱20.48-M ILLEGAL DRUGS SEIZED, 5 ARRESTED IN NATIONWIDE PNP BUSTS
The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., seized illegal drugs and controlled substances worth a combined ₱20,482,056.00 and arrested five suspects as anti-drug operations across the country from October 1 to 3, 2026 yielded major recoveries of suspected shabu, ma*****na, Kush, and fentanyl-related substances.
The series of operations began with a major ma*****na seizure in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, where an 18-year-old Filipino female known by the alias “Thaimie” was arrested during a buy-bust operation conducted from October 1 to 2. Police recovered approximately 27,730 grams of suspected ma*****na leaves valued at ₱3,327,600.00 and 511 grams of Kush worth ₱1,533,000.00, bringing the value of the seized drugs to ₱4,913,400.00. A caliber .22 revolver, buy-bust money, and other non-drug items were also recovered.
The following day, October 2, brought a series of significant shabu seizures. In Brgy. Balugo, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, a 35-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “John,” an identified high-value individual, was arrested with approximately 1,150 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱7,820,000.00.
In Iligan City, a 42-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “John Jeffry” was arrested in Brgy. Santiago with approximately 133 grams of suspected shabu worth ₱904,400.00. In Brgy. Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City, another high-value individual, a 26-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “Rich,” was arrested with 157.32 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱1,069,776.00.
Also on October 2, authorities intercepted two parcels at a cargo facility in the Clark Freeport Zone, Mabalacat City, Pampanga. The shipments originated from Shijiazhuang, China, and were sent by a trading company based in the same city to a consignee in the Philippines. Examination yielded approximately 4,190 milliliters of suspected 3-Methyl Butyryl Fentanyl valued at ₱1,466,500.00 and 630 milliliters of suspected Fentanyl worth ₱220,500.00, for a combined value of ₱1,687,000.00. The operation was led by PDEA Region III.
The nationwide string of operations extended into October 3, when police in Brgy. Cuaming, Inabanga, Bohol, arrested a 38-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “Condring,” an identified high-value individual, and seized approximately 601.1 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱4,087,480.00. Another high-value individual, a 57-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “Jaime,” eluded arrest and is the subject of manhunt operations.
PGEN Nartatez underscored the importance of sustained police action in disrupting the illegal drug trade and keeping dangerous substances away from communities.
“Every successful seizure keeps dangerous substances away from our communities. We will remain focused on lawful enforcement, solid evidence, and holding those responsible accountable under the law,” PGEN Nartatez said.
“Hindi natin hahayaang maging transit point ng ipinagbabawal na gamot ang ating mga pamayanan. Kakasuhan at pananagutin natin ang mga lalabag sa batas sa pamamagitan ng disiplinado at lehitimong operasyon ng pulisya,” he added.
The accomplishments reflect the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework that strengthens police service and translates priorities into results, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations in the focused and lawful fight against illegal drugs.
As the PNP strengthens its efforts to disrupt illegal drug trafficking and protect communities 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)

₱20.48-M ILLEGAL DRUGS SEIZED, 5 ARRESTED IN NATIONWIDE PNP BUSTS

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., seized illegal drugs and controlled substances worth a combined ₱20,482,056.00 and arrested five suspects as anti-drug operations across the country from October 1 to 3, 2026 yielded major recoveries of suspected shabu, ma*****na, Kush, and fentanyl-related substances.

The series of operations began with a major ma*****na seizure in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, where an 18-year-old Filipino female known by the alias “Thaimie” was arrested during a buy-bust operation conducted from October 1 to 2. Police recovered approximately 27,730 grams of suspected ma*****na leaves valued at ₱3,327,600.00 and 511 grams of Kush worth ₱1,533,000.00, bringing the value of the seized drugs to ₱4,913,400.00. A caliber .22 revolver, buy-bust money, and other non-drug items were also recovered.

The following day, October 2, brought a series of significant shabu seizures. In Brgy. Balugo, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, a 35-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “John,” an identified high-value individual, was arrested with approximately 1,150 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱7,820,000.00.

In Iligan City, a 42-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “John Jeffry” was arrested in Brgy. Santiago with approximately 133 grams of suspected shabu worth ₱904,400.00. In Brgy. Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City, another high-value individual, a 26-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “Rich,” was arrested with 157.32 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱1,069,776.00.

Also on October 2, authorities intercepted two parcels at a cargo facility in the Clark Freeport Zone, Mabalacat City, Pampanga. The shipments originated from Shijiazhuang, China, and were sent by a trading company based in the same city to a consignee in the Philippines. Examination yielded approximately 4,190 milliliters of suspected 3-Methyl Butyryl Fentanyl valued at ₱1,466,500.00 and 630 milliliters of suspected Fentanyl worth ₱220,500.00, for a combined value of ₱1,687,000.00. The operation was led by PDEA Region III.

The nationwide string of operations extended into October 3, when police in Brgy. Cuaming, Inabanga, Bohol, arrested a 38-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “Condring,” an identified high-value individual, and seized approximately 601.1 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱4,087,480.00. Another high-value individual, a 57-year-old Filipino male known by the alias “Jaime,” eluded arrest and is the subject of manhunt operations.

PGEN Nartatez underscored the importance of sustained police action in disrupting the illegal drug trade and keeping dangerous substances away from communities.

“Every successful seizure keeps dangerous substances away from our communities. We will remain focused on lawful enforcement, solid evidence, and holding those responsible accountable under the law,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi natin hahayaang maging transit point ng ipinagbabawal na gamot ang ating mga pamayanan. Kakasuhan at pananagutin natin ang mga lalabag sa batas sa pamamagitan ng disiplinado at lehitimong operasyon ng pulisya,” he added.

The accomplishments reflect the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework that strengthens police service and translates priorities into results, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations in the focused and lawful fight against illegal drugs.

As the PNP strengthens its efforts to disrupt illegal drug trafficking and protect communities 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)

05/10/2026

𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗟𝗬 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗡
𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦
September 28 to October 4, 2026

04/10/2026

PNP HITS KIDNAP-FOR-RANSOM CASES: 4 ARRESTED; CHINESE VICTIMS AMONG THOSE KIDNAPPED
The Philippine National Police, under the command of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested four suspects and rescued three victims in separate kidnapping cases from September 25 to 29, 2026, including cases involving Chinese nationals.
On September 29, 2026, operatives of the PNP Anti-Kidnapping Group (PNP-AKG) Luzon Field Unit arrested a 48-year-old wanted male accused in Maitim 2nd East, Tagaytay City, during the implementation of a Warrant of Arrest. The warrant, issued by the Regional Trial Court, National Capital Judicial Region, Branch 297, Pasay City, was for Kidnap-for-Ransom and Serious Illegal Detention, with no bail recommended.
The arrest stemmed from the alleged involvement of the accused in the kidnapping of a Chinese national on July 31, 2024, at the open parking area of a major shopping complex in Pasay City. The arrested accused was brought to the PNP-AKG Headquarters at Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame, Quezon City, for proper disposition.
In a separate case, the PNP-AKG initiated intelligence and investigative efforts after receiving information regarding the alleged abduction of a female Chinese national on September 17, 2026. Continuous information gathering, case backtracking, and validation, in coordination with partner agencies, led to the victim’s rescue in Makati City on September 25, 2026, and the arrest of one female suspect.
Further intelligence development and information sharing led to another operation in Parañaque City on September 27, 2026, resulting in the rescue of two additional victims and the apprehension of two Filipino male suspects. Appropriate complaints for Kidnapping for Ransom and Serious Illegal Detention, among other applicable offenses, were subsequently filed before the Department of Justice through inquest proceedings.
“These accomplishments show the PNP’s resolve to protect victims and pursue those allegedly responsible for kidnapping through lawful police action. We will remain focused on bringing suspects before the proper authorities and ensuring that victims receive the protection they need,” PGEN Nartatez said.
“Hindi titigil ang PNP sa pagtugis sa mga sangkot sa kidnapping. Pangangalagaan natin ang mga biktima at ipatutupad ang batas laban sa mga mapatutunayang lumabag,” he added.
The accomplishments reflect the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework for transformation designed to strengthen police service through decisive action, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which supports sustained efforts against kidnapping and other serious crimes.
As the PNP strengthens its efforts to protect victims and address kidnapping 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)

PNP HITS KIDNAP-FOR-RANSOM CASES: 4 ARRESTED; CHINESE VICTIMS AMONG THOSE KIDNAPPED

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested four suspects and rescued three victims in separate kidnapping cases from September 25 to 29, 2026, including cases involving Chinese nationals.

On September 29, 2026, operatives of the PNP Anti-Kidnapping Group (PNP-AKG) Luzon Field Unit arrested a 48-year-old wanted male accused in Maitim 2nd East, Tagaytay City, during the implementation of a Warrant of Arrest. The warrant, issued by the Regional Trial Court, National Capital Judicial Region, Branch 297, Pasay City, was for Kidnap-for-Ransom and Serious Illegal Detention, with no bail recommended.

The arrest stemmed from the alleged involvement of the accused in the kidnapping of a Chinese national on July 31, 2024, at the open parking area of a major shopping complex in Pasay City. The arrested accused was brought to the PNP-AKG Headquarters at Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame, Quezon City, for proper disposition.

In a separate case, the PNP-AKG initiated intelligence and investigative efforts after receiving information regarding the alleged abduction of a female Chinese national on September 17, 2026. Continuous information gathering, case backtracking, and validation, in coordination with partner agencies, led to the victim’s rescue in Makati City on September 25, 2026, and the arrest of one female suspect.

Further intelligence development and information sharing led to another operation in Parañaque City on September 27, 2026, resulting in the rescue of two additional victims and the apprehension of two Filipino male suspects. Appropriate complaints for Kidnapping for Ransom and Serious Illegal Detention, among other applicable offenses, were subsequently filed before the Department of Justice through inquest proceedings.

“These accomplishments show the PNP’s resolve to protect victims and pursue those allegedly responsible for kidnapping through lawful police action. We will remain focused on bringing suspects before the proper authorities and ensuring that victims receive the protection they need,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi titigil ang PNP sa pagtugis sa mga sangkot sa kidnapping. Pangangalagaan natin ang mga biktima at ipatutupad ang batas laban sa mga mapatutunayang lumabag,” he added.

The accomplishments reflect the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework for transformation designed to strengthen police service through decisive action, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which supports sustained efforts against kidnapping and other serious crimes.

As the PNP strengthens its efforts to protect victims and address kidnapping 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)

04/10/2026

IMPROVED SAFETY AND SECURITY AMONG FACTORS DRIVING PHILIPPINES' RISE IN GLOBAL TOURISM RANKING
Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), the PNP continues to strengthen police visibility, coordination, and preventive measures in support of a safer and more welcoming tourism environment as the Philippines advances in the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Travel and Tourism Development Index (TTDI).
The Philippines rose eight places to 57th out of 110 economies in the 2026 TTDI, with gains noted in safety and security, transport connectivity, sustainability, policy conditions, and culture and heritage. The country was also identified as the seventh-fastest improving tourism economy in the index this year.
The improvement underscores the importance of maintaining safe and orderly communities as tourism continues to expand. For the PNP, this includes sustained police presence in tourist destinations, closer coordination with local government units and tourism stakeholders, and timely police assistance to visitors and local communities.
This approach is complemented by the PNP’s Safer Cities Initiative, which promotes stronger police-community coordination, increased police visibility, and preventive measures in areas where people live, work, and visit. The initiative supports efforts to create public spaces and communities where residents and visitors can feel secure and where emerging concerns can be addressed through timely coordination.
These efforts are in line with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes responsive, coordinated, and preventive police operations based on the needs and conditions of communities. The PNP continues to coordinate with the Department of Tourism, local government units, other government agencies, and tourism stakeholders in addressing safety concerns and supporting a secure environment for tourism activities.
Chief PNP PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said a growing tourism sector also calls for a shared commitment to keeping communities safe and welcoming.
“Whenever more people visit our country, it becomes even more important that they feel a strong sense of safety and security, along with reliable and accessible police service. We want our police presence to be reassuring and approachable, whether in a major tourist destination or in a community that is becoming a new place of interest. When our communities are safe, it creates a better experience for our visitors and, more importantly, a more secure environment for our own people,” PGen Nartatez said.
The Chief PNP emphasized that maintaining a safe tourism environment requires more than police presence, highlighting the importance of cooperation among government agencies, local authorities, businesses, communities, and the public in preventing incidents and responding promptly to concerns.
As the Philippines continues to develop its tourism sector under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP remains committed to supporting an environment where visitors can travel with confidence and communities can benefit from tourism-related opportunities.
Through sustained police visibility, stronger coordination, preventive policing, and initiatives such as the Safer Cities Initiative, the PNP continues to support the government’s broader efforts to make communities more secure, accessible, and welcoming, consistent with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.
(PNP-PIO)

IMPROVED SAFETY AND SECURITY AMONG FACTORS DRIVING PHILIPPINES' RISE IN GLOBAL TOURISM RANKING

Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), the PNP continues to strengthen police visibility, coordination, and preventive measures in support of a safer and more welcoming tourism environment as the Philippines advances in the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Travel and Tourism Development Index (TTDI).

The Philippines rose eight places to 57th out of 110 economies in the 2026 TTDI, with gains noted in safety and security, transport connectivity, sustainability, policy conditions, and culture and heritage. The country was also identified as the seventh-fastest improving tourism economy in the index this year.

The improvement underscores the importance of maintaining safe and orderly communities as tourism continues to expand. For the PNP, this includes sustained police presence in tourist destinations, closer coordination with local government units and tourism stakeholders, and timely police assistance to visitors and local communities.

This approach is complemented by the PNP’s Safer Cities Initiative, which promotes stronger police-community coordination, increased police visibility, and preventive measures in areas where people live, work, and visit. The initiative supports efforts to create public spaces and communities where residents and visitors can feel secure and where emerging concerns can be addressed through timely coordination.

These efforts are in line with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes responsive, coordinated, and preventive police operations based on the needs and conditions of communities. The PNP continues to coordinate with the Department of Tourism, local government units, other government agencies, and tourism stakeholders in addressing safety concerns and supporting a secure environment for tourism activities.

Chief PNP PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said a growing tourism sector also calls for a shared commitment to keeping communities safe and welcoming.

“Whenever more people visit our country, it becomes even more important that they feel a strong sense of safety and security, along with reliable and accessible police service. We want our police presence to be reassuring and approachable, whether in a major tourist destination or in a community that is becoming a new place of interest. When our communities are safe, it creates a better experience for our visitors and, more importantly, a more secure environment for our own people,” PGen Nartatez said.

The Chief PNP emphasized that maintaining a safe tourism environment requires more than police presence, highlighting the importance of cooperation among government agencies, local authorities, businesses, communities, and the public in preventing incidents and responding promptly to concerns.

As the Philippines continues to develop its tourism sector under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP remains committed to supporting an environment where visitors can travel with confidence and communities can benefit from tourism-related opportunities.

Through sustained police visibility, stronger coordination, preventive policing, and initiatives such as the Safer Cities Initiative, the PNP continues to support the government’s broader efforts to make communities more secure, accessible, and welcoming, consistent with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)