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18/09/2026

Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
— Romans 12:21

18/09/2026

PNP STATEMENT ON SHOOTING INCIDENT IN BANGA, SOUTH COTABATO

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is responding to a reported shooting incident that occurred at around 1:00 p.m. today, September 18, 2026, at a national high school in Barangay Benitez, Banga, South Cotabato.

The incident resulted in three confirmed deaths and several individuals wounded. The incident remains under investigation. Responding police personnel immediately secured the area and coordinated with school authorities and medical responders to assist those affected and ensure the safety of students and school personnel.

The PNP is currently verifying the full details of the incident, including the identities and conditions of those involved and the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

The PNP, through Police Regional Office 12 and the South Cotabato Police Provincial Office, continues to coordinate with concerned authorities and gather information as the investigation proceeds. The public is urged to refrain from relying on or sharing unverified reports, photos, or videos involving those affected.

The PNP will provide accurate and verified information as soon as it becomes available. For now, the priority remains the safety of the school community and the proper conduct of the investigation.

PGEN JOSE MELENCIO C. NARTATEZ, JR.
Chief, Philippine National Police

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18/09/2026

PNP ARRESTS AMERICAN NATIONAL IN PASAY CITY OVER ANTI-VAWC CASE

Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), police personnel in Pasay City arrested a 69-year-old United States national on a court-issued warrant in connection with an alleged violation of Republic Act No. 9262, or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004.

The warrant was served on September 17, 2026, at a residential complex along Seaside Boulevard, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. It was issued by the Regional Trial Court, Branch 109, Pasay City, on September 14, 2026, with bail recommended at ₱24,000.00.

The operation was carried out by personnel of Sub-Station 10, in coordination with the Warrant and Subpoena Section of the Pasay City Police Station. Following the arrest, the accused will be turned over to the appropriate court authorities for proper disposition of the case.

PGen Nartatez said the arrest demonstrates the PNP's responsibility to carry out legitimate court processes fairly and professionally, regardless of the nationality of the person involved.

“Whether the person is a Filipino or a foreign national, a court-issued warrant deserves the same proper and lawful action. Our job is to serve the warrant, observe the rules, and respect the rights of the person involved. Pagkatapos nito, the case goes where it should—the proper court,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operation is part of the PNP's continuing implementation of its Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which emphasizes responsive police action, coordination, accountability, and adherence to established procedures. It also supports the broader public-safety efforts of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., including the consistent application of the law and respect for due process.

The PNP reiterates that the arrest is based on a court-issued warrant and that the accused remains entitled to due process as the case proceeds before the court. In every operation, the organization remains committed to professional and impartial police service in keeping with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

18/09/2026

SAMAR FUGITIVE WANTED IN TWO MURDER CASES FALLS IN EASTERN VISAYAS

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of Chief, PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., has secured the arrest of a fugitive wanted for two counts of murder, reinforcing its drive to bring long-sought suspects before the courts and uphold accountability for violent crimes.

On September 16, 2026, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Western Samar Provincial Field Unit, together with units of the Samar Police Provincial Office, conducted a manhunt operation in Barangay Guinba-oyan Sur, Calbayog City, Samar, resulting in the arrest of a 23-year-old male resident of Barangay Campeig, Sta. Margarita, Samar.

The arrested suspect is listed as the No. 8 Regional Most Wanted Person of Police Regional Office 8 and is the subject of two Warrants of Arrest for Murder issued by the Calbayog City, Samar court on January 30, 2024. Both warrants carry no recommended bail.

The arrest stemmed from a double-murder case involving a common-law couple in Sta. Margarita, Samar. On September 6, 2023, the victims were inside their residence when the accused, together with six co-accused and armed with various fi****ms, allegedly attacked and shot them from outside the house, reportedly due to a personal grudge. Both victims sustained multiple gunshot wounds that resulted in their instantaneous deaths.

“This arrest demonstrates that even suspects who remain at large for years will not be beyond the reach of the law. Our investigators and police units will remain relentless in pursuing fugitives and securing justice for victims and their families,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Walang puwang ang kawalan ng pananagutan para sa mga gumawa ng karahasan. Sisiguraduhin nating maaabot ng batas ang mga wanted persons at haharap sila sa nararapat na proseso ng hustisya,” he added.

The accomplishment supports the PNP Focused Agenda, the framework for police transformation that strengthens responsive and accountable police service, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations in pursuing wanted persons and enforcing warrants.

As the PNP strengthens its pursuit of wanted persons and protection of 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)

18/09/2026

PNP TRACKS DOWN 7 MOST WANTED PERSONS IN ONE-DAY WARRANT OPERATIONS

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), police units across the country arrested seven wanted persons in separate operations on September 17, 2026, including individuals listed among the Top 10 and regional wanted persons.

In Cebu City, a No.10 wanted person was arrested by the CIDG Cebu Provincial Field Unit in coordination with the Cebu City Police Office. The accused was wanted in connection with four counts of Acts of Lasciviousness in relation to Section 5(b) of Republic Act No. 7610, with bail recommended at ₱720,000.00. The warrant was issued by the Regional Trial Court in Argao, Cebu, and the arrested person was subsequently escorted to the proper court for the application for bail.

In Duero, Bohol, police arrested a regional Most Wanted Person. The accused was wanted for four counts of Statutory R**e under a warrant issued by the Regional Trial Court in Loay, Bohol, with no bail recommended. The arrested person was placed under the temporary custody of the Duero Municipal Police Station.

In Senator Ninoy Aquino, Sultan Kudarat, a No. 9 wanted person, alias “Prince,” was arrested at around 1:00 PM by the CIDG Sultan Kudarat Provincial Field Unit, with support from local police and other concerned units. The accused was wanted in connection with two counts of R**e under a warrant issued by the Regional Trial Court in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat.

In San Mateo, Rizal, a regional Most Wanted Person was arrested by personnel of the San Mateo Municipal Police Station. The accused was wanted in connection with three counts of Qualified Statutory R**e and a separate R**e case, under a warrant issued by the Regional Trial Court in San Mateo, Rizal, with no bail recommended.

In Quezon City, another regional Most Wanted Person was arrested along Luzon Avenue, Barangay San Isidro, by the Warrant and Subpoena Section of Dasmariñas Component City Police Station in coordination with a Quezon City police station. The accused was wanted for R**e under a warrant issued by the Regional Trial Court in Dasmariñas City, with no bail recommended.

In Cebu City, police also arrested a No. 10 wanted person in Barangay San Roque. The accused was apprehended by personnel of Police Station 3, Cebu City Police Office, by virtue of a warrant in connection with violations of Republic Act No. 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

Meanwhile, in Balayan, Batangas, a regional Most Wanted Person was arrested in Barangay Patugo by joint personnel of the Balayan Municipal Police Station and the 2nd Batangas Provincial Mobile Force Company. The accused was wanted for violation of Section 12, Article II of Republic Act No. 9165 and was arrested for service of sentence pursuant to a warrant issued by the Regional Trial Court in Balayan, Batangas.

PGen Nartatez said the series of arrests reflects the importance of sustained coordination in locating persons with standing warrants and ensuring that they are brought before the proper authorities.

“Serving a warrant is more than locating a person. It means making sure the court’s order is carried out properly and that the person is brought to the next stage of the legal process. We will keep doing this through careful coordination and good police work. Simple lang ang objective—serve the warrant, respect the rights of the person, and let the courts do their part,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operations form part of the PNP Focused Agenda through Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which strengthens information-based police action, coordination among units, and timely implementation of lawful police operations. These efforts also contribute to the peace and order priorities of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. by ensuring that persons with standing court warrants are properly located and brought before the appropriate authorities.

The PNP reiterates that the arrested persons are entitled to due process and that the allegations against them remain subject to judicial proceedings. Through sustained and responsible police operations, the PNP continues to uphold its commitment to the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)