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10/10/2026

#7 Post Oct 10

PNP WARNS ONLINE BUYERS AS SUSPECT IN ₱304K CAMERA THEFT CASE IS ARRESTED

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), authorities continue to strengthen efforts against property-related crimes, including the illegal sale of allegedly stolen items through online marketplaces.

A 22-year-old delivery rider was arrested on October 7, 2026, in Manila during an entrapment operation after allegedly offering stolen camera equipment worth approximately ₱304,000.00 for sale online.

The case stemmed from a report by the property owner, who recognized the missing cameras and lenses in an online listing and sought police assistance. Operatives arranged a meeting with the suspect, during which the equipment was presented and its identifying details were verified before the arrest.

The suspect is facing a complaint for alleged violation of Presidential Decree No. 1612, or the Anti-Fencing Law of 1979. The case is being processed for the appropriate legal proceedings.

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), by reinforcing timely police response, evidence-based action, and coordination with the public in addressing reported crimes. It is also consistent with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for responsive and accountable public service.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez reminded the public to exercise caution when purchasing high-value items online.

“Kapag bibili tayo online, huwag lang presyo ang tingnan. Check the seller, ask for proof of ownership, and be cautious when a deal seems too good to be true. Kung may kahina-hinalang item o transaction, i-report agad sa pulis. A little caution can help protect you from losing your money or unknowingly buying stolen property,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP encourages online buyers and sellers to keep transaction records, verify the identity and credibility of sellers, and report suspicious listings or offers to the proper authorities. Members of the public should avoid purchasing goods when ownership cannot be reasonably established and should not attempt to confront suspected offenders on their own.

Through sustained police operations and public cooperation, the PNP remains committed to protecting communities and promoting safer online transactions in line with Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

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MAN SHOT DEAD IN TALISAY; SUSPECT YIELDS AFTER POLICE NEGOTIATIONS

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested a shooting suspect following a fatal incident in Talisay City, Negros Occidental, on October 9, 2026, after responding officers persuaded him to surrender peacefully.

Personnel of the Talisay City Police Station, Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office, rushed to Zone 3, Barangay Concepcion, after receiving a call from a concerned citizen. Upon arriving, they found the suspect, alias “Bongbong,” 50, inside the victim’s residence and successfully negotiated his voluntary surrender.

Initial investigation revealed that the victim’s brother-in-law, who was preparing coffee at a neighboring residence, heard the suspect arrive and converse with the victim shortly before hearing a gunshot from inside the house. Police subsequently found the victim lying on the floor with visible wounds. Responders from the Bureau of Fire Protection assessed the victim and confirmed that he had no signs of life.

The Scene of the Crime Operatives (SOCO) was requested to process the scene and conduct a forensic examination to support the investigation. The suspect was brought to the police station for documentation and further investigation and was also taken to the Talisay City Health Office for medical examination. Authorities are establishing the full circumstances of the incident and pursuing the appropriate charges in accordance with the law.

PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez emphasized the importance of professional police intervention in securing suspects and preserving evidence in serious criminal incidents. “Every case must be investigated thoroughly, with evidence established and the appropriate legal process observed to ensure accountability,” he said.

He also urged the public to promptly inform authorities about incidents that require police attention. “Hinihikayat natin ang publiko na agad ipagbigay-alam sa pulisya ang anumang kahina-hinalang pangyayari upang makatugon ang mga awtoridad at maiwasan ang karagdagang kapahamakan,” PGEN Nartatez said.

The incident underscores the PNP’s Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which reinforces timely police response and thorough investigation of criminal incidents.

As the PNP strengthens its response to violent incidents and ensures that cases are handled in accordance with the law, 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)

10/10/2026

#2 Post Oct 10

FIVE ARRESTED, INCLUDING THREE CHINESE NATIONALS, IN TACLOBAN HEALTH PRODUCT BUST

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested five individuals, including three Chinese nationals, in separate operations targeting the alleged sale and distribution of unauthorized health products in Tacloban City on October 8, 2026.

The arrests stemmed from separate operations by the Tacloban City Police Office–City Intelligence Unit and Police Station 2, with the assistance of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC), in Barangays 40 and 13, Tacloban City. Those arrested were three Chinese nationals—two men, aged 50 and 36, and a woman, aged 26—and two Filipino women, aged 21 and 26. They face alleged violations of Republic Act No. 9711, or the Food and Drug Administration Act of 2009, for the sale and distribution of health products without the required FDA authorization.

Authorities confiscated unauthorized health products valued at ₱96,205.00 and conducted an on-site inventory in the presence of required witnesses in accordance with established procedures.

PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez underscored the importance of protecting consumers from potentially unsafe health products.

“The PNP will pursue those who disregard the law and put public health at risk. We will work with concerned government agencies to hold violators accountable and prevent unauthorized products from reaching consumers,” he said.

He also urged the public to exercise vigilance when purchasing health-related products, particularly from unauthorized vendors and unverified online sellers.

“Maging mapanuri sa mga produktong binibili, lalo na kung para sa kalusugan. Huwag ipagsapalaran ang kaligtasan sa pagbili ng mga produktong walang pahintulot ng FDA,” PGEN Nartatez added.

The PNP Focused Agenda serves as a framework for institutional transformation, strengthening police operations and public protection through its key priorities, including Enhanced Managing Police Operations and Active Community Support.

By working with regulatory agencies and encouraging responsible consumer practices, the PNP reinforces its commitment to safeguarding public health under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., upholding “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

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CTG MEMBER, NO. 7 REGIONAL MOST WANTED PERSON ARRESTED IN SEPARATE OPERATIONS

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), police personnel arrested two regional most wanted persons in separate operations in Quezon City and Northern Samar on October 7 and 8, 2026, demonstrating the PNP’s continuing efforts to bring wanted individuals before the courts and ensure accountability through lawful means.

Among those arrested was alias “Dan,” 39, a farmer and alleged member of a Communist Terrorist Group (CTG), who was listed as the region’s No. 3 Most Wanted Person. He was apprehended in Quezon City by joint police teams serving a warrant of arrest for multiple frustrated murder and multiple attempted murder, with no recommended bail.

In a separate operation in Northern Samar, alias “Kevin,” 32, a resident of Calbayog City, Samar, and the region’s No. 7 Most Wanted Person, was arrested by local police. He was the subject of a warrant of arrest for two counts of qualified r**e of a minor, also with no recommended bail.

Both individuals are under police custody and will be turned over to the issuing courts for further proceedings. The cases will be handled in accordance with established legal procedures, respecting due process and the rights of all parties.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez stressed that police efforts to locate wanted persons must go hand in hand with respect for the law and the judicial process.

“Patuloy nating hahanapin ang mga taong may warrant of arrest at sisiguraduhing maayos ang pag-turn over sa kanila sa korte. Ang mahalaga, ginagawa natin ang ating trabaho nang naaayon sa batas at hinahayaan ang korte na dinggin at resolbahin ang bawat kaso,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operations are in line with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which promotes coordinated, intelligence-driven, and lawful police action. This supports the commitment of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen peace and order and ensure that public safety efforts remain grounded in the rule of law.

The PNP will continue to work with its operating units and partner agencies to implement warrants and support the judicial process, consistent with its commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

09/10/2026

#8 Post October 9

1 CHINESE, 4 FILIPINOS ARRESTED OVER ALLEGED FISHERIES LAW VIOLATION; ₱1.05M FROZEN FISH SEIZED

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), a joint law enforcement operation in Caloocan City led to the seizure of ₱1.057 million worth of frozen fish and the arrest of five individuals over an alleged fisheries law violation.

On September 30, 2026, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), the Department of Agriculture Inspectorate and Enforcement, and other police units, implemented a court-issued search warrant at a cold storage facility along C-4 Road, Barangay 8, Dagat-dagatan, Caloocan City.

Authorities seized 755 boxes of frozen Pacific mackerel valued at ₱1,057,000.00 based on BFAR pricing, along with an Isuzu wing van truck. Five individuals—one Chinese national and four Filipinos—were arrested. The Chinese national identified as the principal subject of the warrant was not present during the operation and remains at large.

The arrested individuals face a complaint for alleged violations of Fisheries Administrative Order No. 275 in relation to the Philippine Fisheries Code, as amended. Authorities are preparing the documents for referral to the City Prosecutor’s Office. The allegations remain subject to due process.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., said the operation underscores the importance of enforcing the law while ensuring that every action is supported by evidence and respects due process.

“Trabaho nating ipatupad ang batas nang patas at naaayon sa tamang proseso. We must protect our fisheries resources and make sure that those who follow the rules are treated fairly. Lahat ng hakbang natin ay dapat may sapat na batayan at paninindigan,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), through coordinated enforcement with partner agencies. It also aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s efforts to strengthen law enforcement and protect the country’s natural resources.

The PNP remains committed to lawful, professional, and coordinated service in pursuit of public welfare and national development, guided by its commitment to a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

09/10/2026

#7 Post October 9

ACCOUNTABILITY STARTS WITHIN: PNP RESOLVES 2,719 ADMINISTRATIVE CASES

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), the PNP continues to enforce discipline and uphold professional standards within its ranks, with 2,719 personnel sanctioned in administrative cases resolved from January 1 to September 30, 2026.

The penalties imposed reflect the PNP’s commitment to addressing administrative violations through established procedures. Of the 2,719 personnel, 713 were dismissed from the service, 1,324 were suspended, 112 were demoted, 437 received reprimands, 59 were penalized with forfeiture of salary, 22 were placed under restriction, and 52 had their privileges withheld.

These actions reinforce the principle that police personnel are expected to uphold the highest standards of discipline, integrity, and accountability in public service. The effort is aligned with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Integrity Monitoring, and the organization’s zero-tolerance policy for administrative violations, which underscore the importance of ethical conduct and accountability within its ranks.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez stressed that maintaining public trust requires the organization to address violations within its own ranks while ensuring fairness and due process in every administrative proceeding.

“Kung gusto nating pagkatiwalaan tayo ng publiko, kailangan magsimula iyon sa loob ng ating organisasyon. We have rules and standards for a reason, and we must apply them fairly and consistently. Kapag may pagkukulang o paglabag, kailangang tugunan ito sa tamang proseso. That is part of being accountable to the people we serve,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP will continue to strengthen internal discipline, promote professionalism, and ensure that accountability remains an essential part of police service. Through consistent enforcement of its standards and a commitment to public trust, the organization advances its mission of delivering Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

09/10/2026

#6 Post October 9

NINE WANTED PERSONS ARRESTED IN ONE-DAY NATIONWIDE PNP OPERATIONS

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), police units arrested nine wanted persons in coordinated operations across the country on October 8 and early October 9, including individuals ranked among the most wanted at the national and regional levels.

In Aklan, a 37-year-old Filipino was arrested on October 8 in Barangay Janlud, Libacao, for alleged simple arson. Ranked No. 6 regional most wanted, the individual faces a case with no bail recommended and is under Libacao Municipal Police Station custody.

In Batangas, a 46-year-old Filipino was arrested in Barangay Wawa, Nasugbu, in connection with five counts of qualified r**e of a minor. Listed as No. 3 regional most wanted, the individual faces no recommended bail and was placed under the custody of San Vicente Municipal Police Station, Palawan.

In Cebu City, a 35-year-old Filipino was arrested in Barangay Ermita for violations of Sections 5 and 11 of RA 9165. Listed among the region’s top 10 wanted persons, the individual was taken into custody for service of sentence.

In Rizal, a 37-year-old Filipino was arrested in Barangay San Salvador, Baras, for an alleged violation of Section 11 of RA 9165. Ranked No. 6 regional most wanted, the individual has ₱200,000 bail recommended and remains under Baras Municipal Police Station custody.

In Davao de Oro, a 48-year-old Filipino was arrested in Barangay Binuangan, Maco, in connection with two counts of r**e. Ranked No. 4 regional most wanted, the individual faces no recommended bail and was brought to Maco Municipal Police Station.

In Oriental Mindoro, another 48-year-old Filipino was arrested in Barangay Bagong Buhay I, Naujan, for alleged qualified r**e of a minor. Listed as No. 5 regional most wanted, the individual faces no recommended bail and was placed under the custody of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group’s Oriental Mindoro Provincial Field Unit.

In Parañaque City, a 37-year-old Filipino was arrested in Barangay San Dionisio for alleged qualified r**e. Ranked No. 9 regional most wanted, the individual faces no recommended bail and was placed under the custody of the Parañaque City Police Station.

In Bulacan, a 46-year-old Filipino was arrested in Barangay Hinukay, Baliwag City, for murder. Identified as the No. 1 most wanted person in Western Visayas, the individual faces no recommended bail and was placed under Baliwag City Police Station custody.

In Albay, a 47-year-old Filipino was arrested on October 9 in Poblacion, Guinobatan, in connection with five counts of qualified r**e of a minor. Ranked No. 5 regional most wanted, the individual faces no recommended bail and remains under Guinobatan Municipal Police Station custody.

The arrests involved coordination among local police stations, provincial units, regional intelligence personnel, and other law enforcement units. All were carried out pursuant to warrants issued by the appropriate courts.

In support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s peace and order agenda, the PNP continues to strengthen intelligence-led operations and inter-unit coordination under its Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO).

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez emphasized that every arrest must be carried out lawfully and lead to the proper judicial process.

“Trabaho natin na tiyaking ang mga may kinakaharap na kaso ay humarap sa korte at dumaan sa tamang proseso. Kaya mahalaga ang koordinasyon ng ating mga police unit at ang maingat na pagpapatupad ng bawat warrant. Gawin natin ito nang maayos, naaayon sa batas, at may paggalang sa karapatan ng bawat isa,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP will sustain its efforts to serve outstanding warrants and support the administration of justice, in keeping with its commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)