PNP ACG Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 7 -Cebu

30/10/2026

30/10/2026

29/10/2026

JOINT SEA PATROL NETS ₱2.28-M SUSPECTED SMUGGLED CI******ES IN SULTAN KUDARAT

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), joint law enforcement efforts in Sultan Kudarat resulted in the confiscation of more than ₱2.28 million worth of suspected smuggled ci******es following a seaborne patrol off Kalamansig Wharf on October 27, 2026.

The operation was carried out by personnel of the Kalamansig Municipal Police Station, Provincial Intelligence Unit, and 2nd Sultan Kudarat Provincial Mobile Force Company, in coordination with the Southern Mindanao Coast Guard Station, Kalamansig Maritime Law Enforcement Team, and Tracker Team Delta of the Regional Intelligence Division 12.

Acting on information regarding an allegedly abandoned motorized banca suspected to be carrying smuggled ci******es, the joint team conducted a maritime patrol and found several boxes of ci******es in plain view aboard the unregistered and unmarked boat.

A total of 2,674 reams of Cannon Menthol and Victor Agila ci******es were recovered, with an estimated value of ₱2,288,088.22 based on Bureau of Customs standard pricing. The items were brought to the Kalamansig MPS for proper documentation and disposition.

No individual was found aboard the banca or came forward to claim ownership of the vessel or its contents at the time of the operation. Authorities are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the shipment and identify those responsible.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez underscored the importance of timely information and coordinated action, particularly in areas where maritime routes may be used to move goods outside lawful channels.

“Malaking bagay ang mabilis na pag-verify ng impormasyon. In this case, our personnel did not simply wait for the shipment to reach another destination. They went out, checked the report, and acted on what they found. That kind of coordination is what we need—alert, deliberate, and focused on the facts,” PGen Nartatez said.

He added that the PNP will continue strengthening its coordination with partner agencies to help protect legitimate trade and communities from the effects of illicit activities.

“Hindi lang ito tungkol sa mga nakumpiskang produkto. It is also about making sure that our borders and waterways are properly monitored and that government agencies are working together when something needs to be checked. We will continue doing that work with our partners,” he said.

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly the Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes responsive, coordinated, and intelligence-guided police action. It also complements the administration's broader efforts under the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen law enforcement and protect legitimate economic activity.

Through sustained coordination, timely police response, and responsible enforcement, the PNP remains committed to delivering the “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

29/10/2026

₱128.5 MILLION IN SUSPECTED ILLEGAL DRUGS SEIZED IN PNP OPERATIONS ACROSS THREE AREAS

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), more than ₱128.5 million worth of suspected illegal drugs and ma*****na plants were seized and destroyed in separate police and joint law enforcement operations in Pampanga, Kalinga, and Cebu on October 26 and 27, as the PNP sustained its efforts to disrupt the supply of illegal drugs.

The operations resulted in the seizure of approximately 3,745 grams of suspected ketamine with a Standard Drug Price (SDP) of ₱18.725 million in Mabalacat City, Pampanga, and 148.7 grams of suspected shabu with an SDP of ₱1.011 million in Talisay City, Cebu.

In Tinglayan, Kalinga, authorities discovered and destroyed seven ma*****na plantation sites covering about 48,500 square meters, with an estimated 544,000 fully grown ma*****na plants valued at ₱108.8 million based on SDP. No cultivator was arrested during the operation.

The Pampanga operation also led to the arrest of one suspect, while a high-value individual was arrested in the Cebu operation. The seized drug evidence was turned over for examination and proper disposition.

PGen Nartatez said the latest operations show how sustained coordination can address both the movement and production of illegal drugs.

“In just 24 hours, we were able to prevent a significant volume of illegal drugs from reaching our communities and dismantle sources of supply. Malaking bagay ito, pero hindi tayo titigil dito. Every operation should bring us closer to making our communities safer,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operations are in line with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes coordinated and responsive police action based on actual security concerns. These efforts also support the commitment of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen public safety and protect communities from the effects of illegal drugs.

The PNP will continue to pursue lawful, evidence-based operations while observing due process and the rights of all persons, consistent with its commitment to a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

29/10/2026

HOT PURSUIT NETS THREE MURDER SUSPECTS IN NEGROS; FI****MS SEIZED

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested three suspects in a fatal shooting in San Enrique, Negros Occidental, on October 26, 2026, following a hot pursuit operation that led to their interception in Bago City.

The victim was riding a white motorcycle along the national highway in Sitio Asinan, Barangay Bagonawa, San Enrique, when armed suspects aboard a dark reddish vehicle allegedly tailed and shot him several times before fleeing the scene.

Personnel of the San Enrique Municipal Police Station immediately launched an investigation and hot pursuit operation. CCTV footage helped establish the suspected getaway vehicle’s direction of travel, while coordination with nearby police stations facilitated dragnet operations that led to the vehicle’s interception in Purok Crossing La Carlota, Barangay Don Jorge Araneta, Bago City.

The three arrested suspects, identified only by their aliases “Chris,” “KM,” and “Mar,” were taken into custody. Initial investigation identified “Chris” as the alleged driver, while “KM” and “Mar” were allegedly the gunmen. Police recovered fi****ms, am******on, and other evidence, including the vehicle believed to have been used in the shooting.

The suspects were brought to the San Enrique Municipal Police Station for documentation and further investigation. They face a potential charge of murder under Article 248 of the Revised Penal Code, along with an alleged violation of Republic Act No. 10591, or the Comprehensive Fi****ms and Am******on Regulation Act. One suspect was also informed of an alleged violation of Section 12, Article II of Republic Act No. 9165 after an improvised tooter was recovered from his possession. Appropriate charges are being prepared for filing before the Office of the Provincial Prosecutor in Bacolod City. Scene of the Crime Operatives were also requested to process the crime scene and collect evidence.

“This operation demonstrates our resolve to pursue suspects in violent crimes and build cases supported by properly collected evidence. We will not allow those responsible for taking innocent lives to evade accountability,” PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi titigil ang ating kapulisan hangga’t hindi napapanagot ang mga salarin. Sisikapin nating mabigyan ng hustisya ang biktima sa pamamagitan ng masusing imbestigasyon at wastong pagsasampa ng kaso,” he added.

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which strengthens law enforcement efforts to apprehend criminal suspects and protect communities.

Under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP remains committed to pursuing violent offenders, protecting lives, and upholding “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

22/10/2026

22/10/2026

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆–𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐔 𝟕 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐕𝐄 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲

Strengthening students’ understanding of cybercrime prevention and awareness of Nihilistic Violent Extremism, the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 7, under the supervision of PCOL Christopher N. Luyun, Chief, RACU 7, conducted lectures on Cybercrime Awareness and Nihilistic Violent Extremism for students of Eastern Samar State University on October 13, 2026, at Big Hotel, Mandaue City.

The lectures highlighted cybercrime prevention, responsible use of digital platforms, and the importance of recognizing potential indicators of NVE. Students were also encouraged to practice critical thinking, remain vigilant online, and promptly report suspicious activities to the proper authorities to help prevent cyber-related threats and promote a safer digital environment.

PMGEN Andre P. Dizon, Acting Director, Anti-Cybercrime Group, underscored “Awareness and preparedness are essential in protecting our schools and communities from cyber-related threats. We encourage students, parents, teachers, and school personnel to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious activities, and work together to maintain a safe and secure learning environment.”