PNP DEG Special Operations Unit 3

19/10/2026

PNP DEG SOU 3 JOINS THE 37TH NATIONAL STATISTICS MONTH CELEBRATION

The PNP Drug Enforcement Group Special Operations Unit 3 (PNP DEG SOU 3), under the supervision of PLTCOL ROMMEL C LABALAN, Officer In Charge, joins the observance of the 37th National Statistics Month (NSM) this October 2026, led by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in coordination with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG).

This celebration highlights the importance of reliable statistics and data in promoting informed decision-making, effective public service, and community development. Through the dissemination of relevant statistical information, PNP DEG SOU 3 supports the promotion of data awareness and evidence-based public service for safer and more informed communities.

14/10/2026

₱2.04 MILLION WORTH OF SUSPECTED SHABU SEIZED FROM HVI IN SUBIC, ZAMBALES

SUBIC, ZAMBALES — Joint operatives of the Philippine National Police Drug Enforcement Group – Special Operations Unit 3 (PNP DEG SOU 3), as the lead unit, successfully conducted a buy-bust operation along the National Highway, Purok 1, Barangay Calapacuan, Subic, Zambales, at around 1:05 AM on October 15, 2026.

The operation, led by PLT REX P GING-AWAN under the supervision of PLTCOL ROMMEL C LABALAN, Officer in Charge of SOU 3, resulted in the arrest of a 23 year old High Value Individual (HVI).

The operation was conducted in coordination with the Subic Municipal Police Station, IMEG Region 3, PDEU Zambales, and PDEA Zambales.

Authorities confiscated approximately 300 grams of suspected shabu with a Standard Drug Price (SDP) of ₱2,040,000.00.

The marking and inventory of the seized items were conducted at the place of arrest in the presence of representatives from the media, the Department of Justice (DOJ), and an elected public official, in accordance with established procedures.

The confiscated drug evidence will be turned over to the Olongapo City Forensic Unit for laboratory examination, while the arrested suspect will be brought to the Subic Municipal Police Station for proper disposition.

This operation underscores the continuing commitment of PNP DEG SOU 3 and its partner law enforcement agencies to intensify anti-illegal drug operations and help protect communities from the harmful effects of illegal drugs.

PNP DEG SOU 3: Committed to a safer and drug-free community.

10/10/2026

BUY-BUST OPERATION | OLONGAPO CITY, ZAMBALES

PNP DEG SOU 3 ARRESTS HIGH-VALUE INDIVIDUAL; ₱680,000 WORTH OF SHABU SEIZED

OLONGAPO CITY, Zambales — Joint operatives of the Philippine National Police Drug Enforcement Group – Special Operations Unit 3 (PNP DEG SOU 3), as the lead unit, successfully conducted a buy-bust operation at around 10:13 PM on October 10, 2026, at Tabacuhan, Barangay Santa Rita, Olongapo City.

The operation, led by PLT REX P GING-AWAN under the supervision of PLTCOL ROMMEL C LABALAN, Officer in Charge of SOU 3, resulted in the arrest of a 29 year old male identified as a High-Value Individual (HVI).

The operation also resulted in the confiscation of shabu, with an estimated Standard Drug Price (SDP) of ₱680,000.00.

The operation was carried out in coordination with Olongapo Police Station 5, City Drug Enforcement Unit (CDEU) Olongapo, Integrity Monitoring and Enforcement Group Regional Office 3 (IMEG RO3), Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU) Zambales, and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Zambales.

The inventory of seized items was conducted at the place of operation in the presence of the required witnesses, including a media representative and an elected public official. The suspected illegal drugs will be turned over to the Olongapo City Forensic Unit for appropriate examination, while the arrested suspect will be temporarily detained at Olongapo City Police Station 5 pending further proceedings.

This accomplishment underscores the continuing commitment of PNP DEG SOU 3 and its partner agencies to intensify anti-illegal drug operations, strengthen inter-agency coordination, and help protect communities from the harmful effects of illegal drugs.

The fight against illegal drugs continues through coordinated law enforcement efforts and a commitment to public safety.

07/10/2026

BUY-BUST OPERATION | BOCAUE, BULACAN

Joint elements of the PNP Drug Enforcement Group – Special Operations Unit 3 (PNP DEG SOU 3), as lead unit, together with Bocaue Police Station, IMEG RO3, and PDEA RO3, conducted a buy-bust operation in Brgy. Lolomboy, Bocaue, Bulacan on October 8, 2026.

The operation resulted in the arrest of a 35-year-old male suspect identified as a High-Value Individual (HVI).

The seized drug evidence will be submitted to the Bulacan Provincial Forensic Unit for examination, while the arrested suspect was turned over to Bocaue Police Station for proper disposition and further legal proceedings.

The operation was conducted under the supervision of PLTCOL ROMMEL C LABALAN, OIC, SOU 3.

The successful operation highlights the continuing efforts of the PNP and its partner agencies in disrupting the activities of high-value targets involved in the illegal drug trade.

PNP DEG SOU 3 remains committed to the intensified campaign against illegal drugs and to strengthening law enforcement efforts in Central Luzon.

06/10/2026

PNP DEG Recognizes Top-Performing Special Operations Units

The Philippine National Police Drug Enforcement Group (PNP DEG) commends the Top 3 performing Special Operations Units (SOUs) for their outstanding accomplishments in the Monthly Evaluation Rating on Supply and Demand Reduction for September 1–30, 2026.

Leading the Category “A” rankings is Special Operations Unit NCR (SOU NCR) with 98 points, followed by Special Operations Unit 3 (SOU 3) with 55 points, and Special Operations Unit 4A (SOU 4A) with 48 points.

The PNP DEG, under the leadership of PCOL ROEL L LAMI-ING, Officer-in-Charge, recognizes their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to operational excellence in advancing the PNP’s campaign against illegal drugs.


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29/09/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

PCOL ARIEL A CAPOCAO
CHIEF, INTELLIGENCE AND FOREIGN LIAISON DIVISION
PNP DRUG ENFORCEMENT GROUP

The PNP DEG SOU 3 Family extends its warmest birthday greetings to you, Sir! May you be blessed with good health, continued success, and strength as you continue your dedicated service.

May God bless you and your family always.

Happy Birthday, Sir!

— From your SOU 3 Family

23/09/2026

TWO HVI ARRESTED IN HERMOSA, BATAAN; ₱340,000 WORTH OF SUSPECTED SHABU SEIZED

Joint elements of the PNP Drug Enforcement Group – Special Operations Unit 3 (PNP DEG SOU 3), together with the Hermosa Municipal Police Station, Regional Intelligence Unit 3 (RIU 3), and in coordination with PDEA Region 3, conducted a buy-bust operation in De Mesa Village, Brgy. JRC Mandama, Hermosa, Bataan on September 23, 2026.

The operation resulted in the arrest of two individuals classified as High Value Individuals (HVI) and the confiscation of suspected shabu with a Standard Drug Price (SDP) of ₱340,000.00.

The operation was conducted under the supervision of PLTCOL ROMMEL C LABALAN, OIC, SOU 3, with PLT ROMMEL G LINGAD leading the operating team.

The seized drug evidence, along with other confiscated items, will undergo proper documentation and turnover to the appropriate forensic unit, while the arrested individuals will be turned over to the Hermosa Municipal Police Station for proper disposition.

The PNP DEG SOU 3 continues to support the enforcement of Republic Act No. 9165, in coordination with partner law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.

20/09/2026

17/09/2026

HVI ARRESTED IN SAN JOSE DEL MONTE

A High-Value Individual (HVI) identified was arrested in a joint buy-bust operation conducted in Brgy. Kaypian, San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan, on September 17, 2026.

The operation was conducted by joint elements of the PNP Drug Enforcement Group – Special Operations Unit 3 (PNP DEG SOU 3), together with the San Jose del Monte City Police Station, ACOP, IMEG RO3, and PDEA RO3.

The seized drug evidence was inventoried at the place of operation in the presence of required witnesses and will be submitted to the Bulacan Provincial Forensic Unit for appropriate examination.

The arrested suspect will be temporarily turned over to the San Jose del Monte City Police Station for proper disposition.

The operation utilized one Body-Worn Camera and one Alternative Recording Device (ARD) in accordance with operational procedures.

PNP DEG SOU 3 remains committed to the relentless enforcement of Republic Act No. 9165 and the continuing campaign against illegal drugs.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

16/09/2026

TWO HIGH-VALUE INDIVIDUALS ARRESTED IN MARIVELES, BATAAN; ₱380,800 WORTH OF SUSPECTED SHABU SEIZED

MARIVELES, BATAAN — Joint elements of the PNP Drug Enforcement Group – Special Operations Unit 3 (PNP DEG SOU 3), together with the Mariveles Municipal Police Station, IMEG RO3, PDEU Bataan, and PDEA Bataan, conducted a buy-bust operation in Brgy. Alion, Mariveles, Bataan, which resulted in the arrest of two (2) High-Value Individuals (HVIs) for violation of Republic Act No. 9165, otherwise known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

The operation was led by PLT REX P GING-AWAN under the supervision of PLTCOL ROMMEL C LABALAN, OIC, SOU 3, in coordination with the participating law enforcement units.

Confiscated during the operation were suspected shabu and other pieces of evidence, with the total confiscated suspected shabu having an estimated Standard Drug Price (SDP) of ₱380,800.00.

The successful operation highlights the continuing efforts of law enforcement agencies to disrupt the activities of High-Value Individuals involved in the illegal drug trade and protect communities from the harmful effects of illegal drugs.

The confiscated drug evidence was turned over to the appropriate forensic unit for examination, while the arrested individuals were placed under the custody of the concerned police station for proper disposition.

PNP DEG SOU 3 remains committed to the relentless enforcement of Republic Act No. 9165 and the intensified campaign against illegal drugs.