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02/11/2026

02/11/2026

WANTED INDIVIDUAL LINKED TO CAPIZ BROADCASTER SHOOTING ARRESTED

Reinforcing its commitment to protecting public safety and ensuring that criminal cases move through the proper legal process, the Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., has arrested a wanted individual allegedly linked to the shooting of a radio news anchor in Capiz.

The arrest of the suspect, identified only by the alias “Doming,” 42, was carried out at around 3:05 PM on October 30, 2026, in Barangay Poblacion, Tapaz, Capiz, through an intelligence-driven operation by police units under the Police Regional Office 6 (PRO6).

The suspect, listed as the No. 2 Most Wanted Person in Tapaz, was apprehended by virtue of a warrant of arrest issued by the Regional Trial Court, Branch 15, Roxas City, on August 12, 2026, for Attempted Murder, with bail set at ₱120,000.00.

Police records link the suspect to the shooting of a radio news anchor on June 22, 2026, at the Crossing of Costa Verde, Barangay Cagay, Roxas City. The case remains subject to judicial proceedings.

The operation was led by the Tapaz Municipal Police Station, with support from the Capiz Provincial Police Intelligence Unit, 2nd Capiz Provincial Mobile Force Company, Roxas City Police Station, Regional Intelligence Division, and Regional Special Operations Group.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez commended the operating units for their coordinated efforts, stressing the importance of addressing cases involving violence against media practitioners.

“I commend our personnel for their efforts in pursuing this case. The safety of media practitioners matters because they play an important role in keeping the public informed. Hindi dapat balewalain ang anumang insidente na naglalagay sa kanilang kaligtasan sa alanganin. We will continue to do our part in ensuring that cases are properly addressed and due process is observed,” PGen Nartatez said.

He added that the PNP will continue to strengthen intelligence gathering and coordination among police units to ensure that individuals with outstanding warrants are accounted for and presented before the courts.

The operation reflects the PNP's Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) under its Focused Agenda, which emphasizes intelligence-led actions, effective coordination, and operational accountability. It also supports the commitment of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to maintaining peace and order while upholding the rule of law and respect for individual rights.

The arrested individual remains under the custody of Tapaz MPS pending the necessary documentation and legal proceedings.

Through these efforts, the PNP continues to uphold its responsibility to protect communities, pursue lawful accountability, and deliver Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

02/11/2026

PNP KEEPS WATCH AS FILIPINOS REMEMBER DEPARTED LOVED ONES

As millions of Filipinos continue to visit cemeteries, memorial parks, and columbaria on All Souls’ Day, the Philippine National Police (PNP) is sustaining its security operations nationwide to ensure that families can observe the occasion safely, peacefully, and without disruption.

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), police personnel remain deployed in cemeteries and other major convergence areas, providing assistance, managing crowds, maintaining order, and responding to public safety concerns.

Based on the nationwide monitoring report, an estimated 40,740,246 visitors had been recorded in 5,311 cemeteries, memorial parks, and columbaria from October 30 to November 2, as of 6:00 AM on November 2. Of this figure, 1,695,440 visitors were recorded during the November 2 monitoring period as of 6:00 AM.

Alongside crowd management and public assistance, police personnel also continued enforcing regulations on prohibited items inside cemetery premises. A total of 6,499 prohibited items had been confiscated nationwide, including 879 pointed or bladed weapons, 62 alcoholic drinks, 2,817 lighters, 1,739 cigarette and v**e products, 180 cooking materials, 397 flammable substances, and other restricted items.

The PNP has maintained its nationwide deployment, supported by personnel from other government agencies and community force multipliers, with police assistance desks and emergency response teams positioned to help visitors, particularly children, senior citizens, and persons needing immediate assistance.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez emphasized that the police presence during All Souls’ Day goes beyond maintaining order, as it also means being accessible to families who may need help during their visit.

"Alam naming mahalaga ang araw na ito sa bawat pamilyang Pilipino. Kaya habang inaalala ninyo ang inyong mga mahal sa buhay, narito ang inyong kapulisan upang tumulong at tiyaking ligtas ang inyong pagdalaw. Hindi lamang kami nakabantay sa seguridad; handa rin kaming umalalay sa sinumang nangangailangan," PGen Nartatez said.

He also reminded the public to remain vigilant, safeguard their personal belongings, keep children within sight, follow cemetery regulations, and immediately approach the nearest police assistance desk or personnel for any concern or emergency.

The continuing security operations reflect the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), through strategic personnel deployment, active monitoring, and coordination with local government units and partner agencies, in support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s directive to ensure public safety and accessible government service.

As the observance continues, the PNP remains committed to keeping its personnel visible, responsive, and ready to assist the public, embodying its mantra, “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

02/11/2026

WANTED FOR MURDER APPREHENDED AT AIRPORT BEFORE FLIGHT TO MANILA

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), a 49-year-old man wanted for murder was arrested by police personnel at Laguindingan Airport in Misamis Oriental on October 30, 2026, during a routine security check before boarding his Manila-bound flight.

The arrest was carried out by personnel of the Aviation Security Unit 10, in coordination with Regional Intelligence Unit 10 and airport authorities, following the verification of an outstanding Warrant of Arrest for Murder, with no bail recommended.

The arrested individual is now under the custody of AVSEU 10 for documentation and proper legal proceedings, in accordance with established procedures.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. commended the operating personnel for their alertness and effective coordination, emphasizing the importance of maintaining security in transportation facilities while ensuring that individuals with pending cases are properly accounted for through lawful means.

“Airports are busy places, but that does not mean we let our guard down. Every security check matters. Sa maayos na coordination at pagiging mapagmatyag ng ating mga tauhan, we can help ensure that our airports remain safe while allowing the legal process to take its proper course,” PGEN Nartatez said.

The operation reflects the PNP's commitment to the Enhanced Managing Police Operations component of its Focused Agenda, which strengthens intelligence-driven action, coordination, and police presence in key public facilities. This is consistent with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to sustain peace and order and ensure public safety through professional and accountable law enforcement.

Through sustained vigilance and responsible police service, the PNP continues to advance its commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

02/11/2026

EX-DI-HASSAN MEMBER, BANGSAMORO’S NO. 1 MOST WANTED, FALLS IN SULTAN KUDARAT

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested an ex-member of the DI-Hassan Group who was also the No. 1 Regional Level Most Wanted Person of the Police Regional Office–Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO BAR) for the fourth quarter of 2026 in a counterterrorism operation in Sultan Kudarat on October 23, 2026.

The operation was conducted in Barangay Poblacion, Esperanza, by personnel of the 4th Special Action Battalion (4SAB) and Rapid Deployment Battalion (RDB) of the Special Action Force (SAF), together with the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Regional Field Unit 12 (CIDG-RFU 12), other PNP units, and the National Intelligence Coordination Agency (NICA).

The arrested individual, identified by the alias a.k.a. Borgo, was wanted for Double Murder, Multiple Frustrated Murder, and Carnapping, covered by three warrants issued by the Regional Trial Court, Branch 15, 12th Judicial Region, in Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur. The subject was also wanted for two counts of Theft under a warrant issued by the Municipal Circuit Trial Court, 12th Judicial Region, Ampatuan-Sultan sa Barongis, Maguindanao del Sur.

The warrants for Double Murder and Multiple Frustrated Murder were dated February 2, 2023, while the Carnapping warrant was issued on June 13, 2024. The warrant for the two counts of Theft was dated April 3, 2023.

CIDG-RFU 12 took custody of the arrested individual for documentation and proper disposition.

PGEN Nartatez emphasized the importance of intelligence-driven operations in preventing security threats and holding wanted individuals accountable. He said, “Every successful arrest reinforces our commitment to protecting communities and ensuring that no one is beyond the reach of the law.”

He also stressed the importance of accountability, saying, “Ang pagkakaaresto sa mga wanted person ay mahalagang hakbang upang mapanagot ang mga lumalabag sa batas. Wala tayong palalampasin, lalo na kung seguridad ng ating mga kababayan ang nakataya.”

The operation reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, its framework for institutional transformation and effective police service, particularly its key priority of Enhanced Managing Police Operations in strengthening intelligence-led efforts against security threats and wanted individuals.

As the PNP intensifies its efforts against terrorism and criminality 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)

02/11/2026

CITIZEN REPORT UNCOVERS 5,700 LITERS OF SUSPECTED PILFERED DIESEL IN GENSAN

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of Chief, PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., has recovered approximately 5,700 liters of suspected pilfered diesel fuel in General Santos City following a report from a concerned citizen, underscoring the importance of public participation in helping authorities address suspected illegal activities.

Acting on information received through the 8888 Citizens’ Complaint Center, police personnel from the Regional Intelligence Division 12, City Intelligence Unit, and Police Station 5 of the General Santos City Police Office conducted a response operation at Purok Saydala, Barangay Tambler on October 29, 2026.

While no individuals were found at the location, the responding team discovered 27 drums containing an estimated 5,700 liters of diesel fuel. The items were documented and secured under police custody as authorities proceeded with the investigation to establish their origin, ownership, and possible connection to the reported activity.

Initial inquiries identified the property owner, referred to as alias “Glad,” whose possible involvement is now being examined. The preparation of appropriate charges is underway, subject to the evaluation of evidence and compliance with due process.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez emphasized that police responsiveness must go beyond receiving reports—it must translate into appropriate action, careful investigation, and accountability.

“When people take the time to report something suspicious, we have a responsibility to act on it. Hindi natin dapat balewalain ang anumang impormasyong maaaring makatulong sa pagpapanatili ng kaayusan. At the same time, we must make sure that our actions are supported by facts and that everyone's rights are respected,” Nartatez said.

The operation reflects the PNP's continuing push for intelligence-driven and coordinated police responses under its Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations. It also supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s commitment to strengthening public accountability and ensuring that government services remain responsive to the needs of the people.

The PNP continues to encourage citizens to use established reporting channels to bring suspicious activities to the attention of authorities. Through active public participation and responsible police action, the organization seeks to make law enforcement more accessible, responsive, and worthy of public trust—true to its commitment to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

02/11/2026

ANIMAL CRUELTY, ASSAULT ON RESPONDING POLICE OFFICER LEAD TO SUSPECT'S ARREST

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., has secured the arrest of a 34-year-old man who allegedly attacked a dog with a kitchen knife before assaulting a responding police officer in Barangay Cembo, Taguig City, on October 31, 2026.

The incident began when Barangay Northside personnel sought police assistance after the suspect allegedly attacked a dog along JP Rizal Extension. Responding officers from Sub-Station 11 of the Taguig City Police Station joined barangay personnel in tracking down the suspect. During the pursuit, he allegedly hurled a large rock at the responders and attempted to stab one of the officers, inflicting physical injury. The officers eventually subdued and arrested him, recovering a 15-inch kitchen knife at the scene.

The dog survived the attack and was safely rescued and returned to its owner. Both the suspect and the injured police officer were brought to the Taguig-Pateros District Hospital for medical treatment. The suspect remains under medical observation while secured in police custody.

The incident reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which emphasizes effective police response, decisive law enforcement action, and the protection of lives through timely intervention.

Investigators are preparing criminal complaints for violations of Republic Act No. 8485, as amended by Republic Act No. 10631, or the Animal Welfare Act, as well as direct assault, disobedience to a person in authority, and alarms and scandals under the Revised Penal Code. Under the Animal Welfare Act, penalties depend on the severity of the offense. If the animal survives but sustains severe injuries that impair its ability to survive independently, offenders face imprisonment of one year and one day to one year and six months and/or a fine of up to ₱50,000.00. If the animal dies, the penalty increases to one year and six months to two years of imprisonment and/or a fine of up to ₱100,000.00. Cases involving syndicates, public officers, or illegal commercial animal cruelty carry up to three years of imprisonment and/or a fine of up to ₱250,000.00.

PGEN Nartatez stressed that animal cruelty must be addressed through firm law enforcement and accountability.

“Acts of cruelty against defenseless animals must never be dismissed as minor offenses. The PNP will ensure that such incidents receive appropriate police action and that perpetrators are held accountable under the law,” PGEN Nartatez said.

He also urged the public to take an active role in preventing animal abuse and reporting incidents to authorities. “Huwag nating ipagwalang-bahala ang pananakit sa mga hayop. Magsumbong agad sa mga awtoridad upang mapigilan ang pang-aabuso at mapanagot ang mga lumalabag sa batas,” he added.

The PNP’s commitment to animal welfare is further reinforced through its partnership with the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI), reaffirmed during a courtesy visit to PGEN Nartatez on July 28, 2026, at Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame, Quezon City, to strengthen cooperation in enforcing animal welfare laws.

As the PNP strengthens its efforts to prevent animal cruelty, protect vulnerable lives, and hold offenders accountable, 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)

02/11/2026

₱5.2-M SMUGGLED CIGARETTE SHIPMENT INTERCEPTED AT ZAMBOANGA CITY WHARF

An early-morning police operation at a Zamboanga City wharf prevented 80 master cases of suspected smuggled ci******es, with an estimated market value of ₱5.2 million, from moving further into the local supply chain, underscoring the Philippine National Police's continuing efforts under the leadership of Chief, PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. to address the illegal entry and distribution of goods.

On November 2, personnel of Police Station 6, Zamboanga City Police Office, in coordination with Police Station 12, intercepted the shipment at the sea wharf along Lapu-Lapu Drive, Barangay Arena Blanco. The recovered ci******es were placed under the custody of Police Station 12 for proper documentation and disposition.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez stressed that addressing smuggling requires sustained vigilance, particularly in areas where goods enter and move through the country.

“Kapag may kahina-hinalang shipment, kailangan itong masuri at maaksyunan sa tamang paraan. We cannot allow illegal trade to go unchecked because it affects legitimate businesses and the broader economy. Our personnel must remain alert, act on reliable information, and ensure that every operation is carried out within the bounds of the law,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operation forms part of the PNP's implementation of its Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which strengthens operational coordination and enforcement against activities that threaten public order and economic security. It also supports the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in promoting lawful commerce and strengthening efforts against illicit trade.

The PNP will continue working with concerned agencies and local authorities to monitor vulnerable entry points and address the movement of prohibited and improperly documented goods, advancing its commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

02/11/2026

LONG-OUTSTANDING WARRANTS LEAD TO ARREST OF TWO NCR REGIONAL MOST WANTED

Two fugitives wanted for robbery and r**e were arrested in separate police operations in Metro Manila, ending years of evading arrest and underscoring the Philippine National Police's continuing efforts to locate individuals with standing warrants of arrest.

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), the operations resulted in the apprehension of two individuals listed among the Regional Top 10 Most Wanted Persons of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO). Both arrests were carried out on November 1, 2026.

In Pasay City, a 35-year-old man ranked No. 10 Regional Most Wanted Person was arrested at his residence in Barangay 123 by operatives of the San Juan City Police Station's Warrant and Subpoena Section under the Eastern Police District.

He was wanted under two separate warrants issued by courts in Pasig and San Juan City in November 2021, both for Robbery in Band, with recommended bails of ₱100,000.00 and ₱3,000.00, respectively.

In a separate operation in Valenzuela City, police arrested a 43-year-old construction worker listed as the No. 6 Regional Most Wanted Person of NCRPO. He was also ranked No. 4 at both the Northern Police District and Valenzuela City Police Station levels.

The arrest was carried out near a medical facility along General Luna Avenue by the Valenzuela City Police Station's Warrant and Subpoena Section, together with the Regional Intelligence Unit NCR and the Southern District Intelligence Team.

The suspect was wanted under a warrant issued on December 16, 2021, by the Regional Trial Court, Branch 270, Valenzuela City, for r**e under Article 266-A, Paragraph 1 of the Revised Penal Code, with no bail recommended.

Both individuals were brought to the respective police stations for documentation and proper custodial procedures, in accordance with established protocols, pending the appropriate court proceedings.

Chief PNP Nartatez said these arrests demonstrate that police operations to serve outstanding warrants remain an important part of the PNP's commitment to public safety, even as personnel attend to other security responsibilities.

“Kahit gaano pa katagal magtago, hindi ibig sabihin ay tuluyan nang makakaiwas sa batas. The passage of time does not erase an outstanding warrant or stop the police from doing their duty. We will continue to pursue every lawful lead and serve court orders, because accountability should never depend on how long a person manages to stay out of sight,” PGEN Nartatez said.

The operations reflect the PNP's Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which calls for coordinated, intelligence-driven and accountable police action. They also support President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s continuing call for a safer environment where the rule of law is upheld and communities can live with greater peace of mind.

Through sustained efforts to locate wanted individuals and ensure the proper implementation of court-issued warrants, the PNP remains committed to delivering Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)