Cavite Provincial Cyber Response Team

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1741

𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐓𝐂 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐄-𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭

In an order dated February 5, 2026, the Regional Trial Court of Imus City, Cavite, convicted, a 28-year-old man, alias "Anton," for violation of Section 5(d) of RA No. 12010 [Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA)], and ordered him to suffer the imprisonment of four (4) to six (6) years.

"Anton" was arrested on January 6, 2026, through an entrapment operation conducted by the Cavite Provincial Cyber Response Team for the illegal online sale of an e-wallet account.

PBGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, lauded the operatives for the court's conviction of their arrested individual. “This conviction affirms our commitment to protecting the public from cybercrime. The ACG will continue to strengthen its efforts to ensure that those who misuse technology to harm others are held accountable,” he said.

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) expressed appreciation to its dedicated personnel by giving flowers as a simple token of gratitude.

The gesture recognized their hard work, commitment, and sacrifices in safeguarding the public from cyber threats, while promoting camaraderie and unity within the organization.

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐄'𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘!

"𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚"

As the world celebrates the season of love, the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) reminds the public that while love is in the air, scammers are also on the prowl. This 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞'𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲, we want your connection to be meaningful and, above all, secure.

We urge "Netizens" to remain vigilant against 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐬 and 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 designed to explicit your emotions for financial gain.

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
(February 6–12, 2026)

The PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) sustained its intensified campaign against cybercrime to ensure a safe and secure cyberspace for the public.

For the week, a total of 41 cases were referred for filing, while 25 individuals were arrested through entrapment operations and the service of warrants. The Group also implemented 35 cyber warrants, conducted 448 cyber patrolling activities, and completed 28 digital forensic examinations. Additionally, four victims were rescued from abuse, and three individuals were convicted.

PBGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Acting Director of the PNP ACG, commended the Group for the week’s accomplishments. “The PNP ACG will continue to strengthen cyber intelligence, enhance investigative and forensic capabilities, intensify cyber patrolling, and expand public awareness efforts to effectively combat emerging cyber threats,” he stated.

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞

The PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) continues to strengthen its campaign against cybercrime through the conduct of series of Cybercrime Awareness Seminars nationwide, empowering the public with knowledge on online safety to prevent and combat cybercrime.

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1692

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥

On February 9, 2026, at 10:40 PM in Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, operatives of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 12 arrested a 20-year-old woman, alias "Jenny," by virtue of a warrant of arrest duly issued by the court.

"Jenny" is facing charges for four counts of violation of Section 4(c)
4 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012), with bail set at Php50,000.00 for each case.

PBGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), commended the team for the successful arrest of wanted individual. "Committed to fostering a safe and just online environment, the PNP ACG encourages all internet users to engage responsibly and with due respect for the rights and reputations of their fellow citizens," he added.

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1691

𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄-𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨

On February 9, 2026, at about 7:50 PM in Mati City, Davao Oriental Province, the operatives of the Davao Oriental Provincial Cyber Response Team conducted an entrapment operation that led to the arrest of two male suspects, alias "Rom," 34, and "Mat," 22, for the illegal online sale of an e-wallet account.

The two suspects are facing charges for violations of Section 11(g) of RA No. 11934 (SIM Registration Act) and Section 5(d) of RA No. 12010 [Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA)], both in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012).

PBGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), commended the operatives for the successful operation. He also emphasized, "Electronic wallet accounts are intended for personal use and must be secured at all times. The PNP ACG reminds the public to handle their digital accounts responsibly, protect their login details, and report any suspicious transactions or cybercrime incidents without delay."

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1690

𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱-𝐆𝐅 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨𝐬

On February 9, 2026, at 6:23 PM in Pasay City, operatives of the Women and Children Cybercrime Protection Unit conducted an entrapment operation that led to the arrest of a 27-year-old man, alias "Fritz," for blackmailing and harassing his ex-girlfriend online using her explicit photos and videos.

“Fritz” is facing charges for violations of Article 286 (Grave Coercion) of the Revised Penal Code and RA No. 9262 (Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004) and RA No. 9995 (Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act of 2009), all in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012).

PBGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), commended the operatives for the successful operation. "No one has the right to exploit private images as tools for intimidation, humiliation, or control. The ACG will relentlessly go after those who engage in online harassment and abuse," he stated.

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1689

𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

On February 9, 2026, at about 5:00 PM in Naga City, operatives of the Camarines Sur Provincial Cyber Response Team conducted an entrapment operation that led to the arrest of a 22-year-old man, alias "Isko," for coercing and extorting a senior citizen victim through a social media platform.

"Isko" is facing charges for violation of Article 294 (Robbery with Violence Against or Intimidation of Persons) of the Revised Penal Code, in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012).

PBGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), lauded the operatives for the successful operation. “Do not let online threats or extortion intimidate you. If you encounter such incidents, seek help right away and report them to the nearest PNP ACG office for appropriate action," he said.

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1688

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐦 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐜 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲

On February 9, 2026, at about 11:45 AM in Tarlac City, operatives of the Tarlac Provincial Cyber Response Team arrested a 22-year-old woman, alias "Elay," by virtue of a duly issued warrant of arrest.

"Elay" is facing charges for violation of Article 315 (Swindling/Estafa) of the Revised Penal Code in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012) with bail set at Php48,000.00.

PBGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), commended the Unit for the successful implementation of the warrant. He also stated, “Using technology to deceive, steal, or exploit others will not go unnoticed. The PNP ACG is actively monitoring online activities, and offenders will be identified, arrested, and held fully accountable under the law.”

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦, 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐮 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1687

𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐄-𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐬

On February 9, 2026, at about 10:00 AM in Lipa City, Batangas, the operatives of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 4A conducted an entrapment operation that led to the arrest of a 35-year-old man, alias "Andoy," for the illegal online sale of an e-wallet account.

"Andoy" is facing charges for violations of Section 7 (Subsequent Sale of a Registered SIM), in relation to Section 11(g) of RA No. 11934 (SIM Registration Act) and Section 5(d) of RA No. 12010 [Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA)], both in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012).

PBGEN Wilson C. Asueta, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), commended the operatives for the successful operation. He also emphasized, "Electronic wallet accounts are strictly personal and must be kept secure. The PNP ACG urges the public to use digital accounts responsibly and to promptly report any form of cybercrime."