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02/10/2026

PNP SEIZES ₱9.2-MILLION SUSPECTED COUNTERFEIT SEASONING PRODUCTS, ARRESTS TWO IN BULACAN

Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), police authorities arrested two women and seized approximately ₱9.255 million worth of suspected counterfeit food seasoning products during an operation in Marilao, Bulacan on October 1.

The operation was conducted by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in coordination with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and representatives of the concerned trademark owner. The two suspects, aged 35 and 50, were apprehended during the operation at a warehouse in Barangay Patubig, Marilao.

Authorities recovered a substantial quantity of suspected counterfeit seasoning products, including those obtained during the controlled purchase and additional items found at the site. The seized products were secured and will undergo proper documentation and disposition as part of the case proceedings.

The suspects were informed of their constitutional rights and brought to the CIDG office for documentation. Appropriate complaints under the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines and the Food Safety Act of 2013 are being prepared for submission to the prosecutor’s office in Malolos City, Bulacan.

Chief PNP PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the operation highlights the importance of coordinated enforcement in protecting consumers and legitimate businesses.

“We will continue to act on information involving suspected counterfeit products, especially when these may reach ordinary consumers. At the same time, we will make sure that every enforcement action is properly documented, lawful, and respectful of due process,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operation forms part of the PNP’s continuing implementation of its Focused Agenda and Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promote coordinated, intelligence-led, and accountable police action. It also supports the broader public safety and consumer protection efforts under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

The PNP will continue to strengthen coordination with government agencies and other stakeholders in addressing suspected counterfeit products and other activities that may affect public safety and consumer welfare, consistent with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

02/10/2026

FOUR REGIONAL MOST WANTED PERSONS ARRESTED IN MURDER, R**E CASES

Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), police units arrested four high-priority wanted persons in separate operations in Metro Manila and Regions 3 and 13 from September 30 to October 1, 2026, as the PNP continues its sustained efforts to locate individuals facing serious criminal charges and facilitate their appearance before the proper courts.

In Metro Manila, police personnel arrested the No. 1 Most Wanted Person of the National Capital Region in Intramuros, Manila, on September 30. The individual is facing cases for Murder and Attempted Murder, with the court imposing the corresponding bail recommendations.

In Butuan City, personnel of the Butuan City Police Office arrested the No. 3 Most Wanted Person in the area, who is facing cases involving Statutory R**e and violations of Republic Act No. 7610, or the Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act.

Also on September 30, joint police units in Surigao del Sur arrested the No. 3 Most Wanted Person of Police Regional Office 13 in Lianga. The individual is facing cases for Murder and several counts of Attempted Murder.

Meanwhile, police personnel in Dingalan, Aurora, arrested the No. 6 Most Wanted Person of Police Regional Office 3 on October 1. The individual is facing cases involving Statutory R**e and R**e by Sexual Assault.
Chief PNP Nartatez emphasized that the operations demonstrate the importance of sustained police work and close coordination in locating wanted persons while ensuring that every arrest is carried out within the bounds of law.

“Our job is to make sure that wanted persons are located and brought before the proper authorities, but we also have to make sure that every step is done right. Sundin ang warrant, sundin ang batas, at igalang ang karapatan ng bawat isa. That is how we do our job,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operations are part of the PNP’s continuing implementation of its Focused Agenda, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which strengthens coordination, operational planning, and police action based on available information and the requirements of each case.

The PNP likewise continues to support the peace and order priorities of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. through professional, accountable, and responsive law enforcement while upholding due process and the rights of all individuals.

All four arrested persons are now under police custody and will undergo the appropriate procedures for the continuation of their respective cases. The PNP reiterates that an arrest or criminal charge does not constitute a finding of guilt, which remains a matter for the courts to determine.

Through sustained police operations and responsible service, the PNP continues to advance the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman, bringing police service closer to the people while ensuring that the law and due process remain at the center of every operation.

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02/10/2026

EARLY DETECTION, COORDINATED RESPONSE STRENGTHEN SCHOOL SAFETY

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), close coordination among police, school personnel, local authorities, and other stakeholders helped address two separate fi***rm-related concerns inside school premises in Northern Samar and Cotabato on October 1, 2026.

In Catarman, Northern Samar, school personnel promptly acted on information that a 15-year-old male student was carrying a fi***rm inside school premises. The fi***rm was secured and the matter was immediately referred to school authorities and the police, who responded and initiated the appropriate intervention.

In Matalam, Cotabato, police and school security personnel conducting routine security monitoring identified a .45-caliber pistol with eight rounds of am******on inside the storage compartment of a motorcycle being driven by a 17-year-old female student. The fi***rm was secured and the matter was referred to the appropriate authorities for assessment and further action.

While the circumstances of the two incidents remain subject to verification, the timely actions taken by school personnel and police helped address the concerns at an early stage and may have prevented situations from developing into more serious incidents.

The efforts are particularly relevant amid recent fi***rm-related incidents in schools in Tacloban City, Zamboanga City, and Banga, South Cotabato, which have renewed attention to the importance of strengthening safety measures in learning environments.

“Ang mahalaga, may nakapansin at may agad na kumilos. Pero hindi ito trabaho ng pulis lang. Kailangan ang tuloy-tuloy na cooperation at close coordination ng PNP, DepEd, school authorities, LGUs, parents, at iba pang stakeholders. Kapag bukas ang communication at nagtutulungan ang lahat, mas mabilis nating naaaksyunan ang anumang concern at mas napapanatiling ligtas ang ating mga paaralan,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP continues to strengthen coordination with DepEd, school administrators, local government units, parents, and other stakeholders to improve the reporting and response to safety concerns in schools. These efforts form part of the PNP Focused Agenda through Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), emphasizing preventive action, coordination, and timely police response.

The PNP likewise continues to support the efforts of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to promote safer learning environments for Filipino children. Through sustained cooperation among law enforcement, schools, families, and communities, the PNP remains committed to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

NEARLY ₱122 MILLION WORTH OF SUSPECTED SMUGGLED CI******ES RECOVERED IN TWO-DAY OPERATIONS

Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), police units across several areas conducted sustained anti-smuggling operations on September 30 and October 1, 2026, resulting in the recovery and confiscation of 804 master cases, 610 reams, 176 packs, and 92 boxes of suspected smuggled ci******es with a combined reported value of ₱121,792,785.37.

The largest reported recovery came from Zamboanga City, where police and Bureau of Customs personnel recovered 704 master cases and 482 reams of smuggled ci******es with an estimated market value of ₱112,686,535.37. The recovered abandoned items were placed under the custody of the BOC Regional Office IX for further inventory, examination, documentation, valuation, and appropriate disposition.

In Zamboanga Sibugay, separate operations in Ipil and Olutanga on September 30 and October 1 resulted in the seizure of 50 master cases of ci******es valued at approximately ₱2.865 million. One operation involved the recovery of 30 master cases from an abandoned nipa hut, while another resulted in the arrest of a legal-age Filipino male known by the alias “Tata Tores” and the seizure of 20 master cases.

The recovered products will be properly documented and turned over to the Bureau of Customs, while the arrested suspect remains in police custody for the filing of the appropriate case.

In Sulu, police recovered 50 master cases of suspected smuggled ci******es valued at approximately ₱2.85 million after the items were found abandoned in Jolo. In Davao del Sur, an operation resulted in the confiscation of 128 reams and 176 packs valued at approximately ₱1.09 million, with the items subsequently turned over to the Bureau of Internal Revenue for proper disposition.

Meanwhile, police personnel in Butuan City confiscated 92 boxes of suspected smuggled ci******es estimated at ₱2.3 million. A legal-age Filipino was identified in connection with the operation, with the confiscated items placed under proper custody and the necessary procedures undertaken.

“These two days of operations show the importance of sustained presence and coordination on the ground. Kapag may impormasyon at may nakikitang kahina-hinalang movement ng mga produkto, kailangan nating kumilos nang maayos, document the recovery, and coordinate with the proper agency for the next steps,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operations involved police units from the concerned Police Regional Offices, local police stations, CIDG field units, and other specialized units, working with the Bureau of Customs, Bureau of Internal Revenue, and other government partners as appropriate.

The accomplishments are consistent with the PNP Focused Agenda through Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes responsive police action, strengthened coordination, and proper handling of law enforcement operations.

The PNP will continue to support government efforts to address suspected smuggling and protect legitimate economic activities through lawful, professional, and properly coordinated police operations, in support of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

02/10/2026

FORMER COMMUNIST REBEL TIPS OFF POLICE TO HIDDEN CAGAYAN WEAPONS STASH

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., recovered a cache of fi***rms, am******on, explosives, and other war materials hidden in a mountainous area of Baggao, Cagayan, on October 1, 2026.

The recovery followed information provided by a former Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) member identified only by the alias “Gary,” who tipped off authorities on the location of the concealed weapons and materials at Sitio Tagang, Barangay Bunugan.

Acting on the information, the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company led a search, validation, and inventory operation with the Baggao Police Station, 204th Maneuver Company, Regional Mobile Force Battalion 2, 17th Infantry Battalion, Police Intelligence Unit, Cagayan Police Provincial Office, and Regional Intelligence Unit 2–Provincial Explosive and Canine Unit (RIU2-PECU) Cagayan.

Recovered from the site were one M1 Garand r***e, three short M16 magazines, one Garand magazine, 40 rounds of 5.56mm am******on, 12 rounds of caliber .30 am******on, two rounds of 9mm am******on, five rounds of caliber .45 am******on, two rounds of M76B HE gr***de r***e am******on with bulltrap, four 1.5-volt Eveready dry cells, one 12.4-volt Yuasa battery, and one subversive document.

The explosive items were placed under the custody of PECU Cagayan, while the other recovered fi***rms, am******on, and materials were turned over to the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company for documentation and proper disposition.

“This recovery underscores the importance of reliable information in locating hidden weapons and preventing them from being used for unlawful activities. We will remain resolute in securing fi***rms and war materials that could threaten the safety of our communities,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Malaking tulong ang impormasyon mula sa mga dating kasapi ng armadong grupo upang matukoy ang mga lugar na pinagtataguan ng armas. Patuloy naming hinihikayat ang bawat isa na makipagtulungan sa pulisya para mapanatili ang kaligtasan sa kanilang mga komunidad,” he added.

The recovery reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, its framework for transforming police service through clear operational priorities, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations in locating, securing, and accounting for fi***rms and other materials that may threaten public safety.

As the PNP strengthens its efforts to secure communities and prevent the misuse of fi***rms 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)

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

7 MOST WANTED PERSONS ARRESTED IN PNP NATIONWIDE WARRANT OPERATIONS

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), police units nationwide conducted separate warrant operations on September 29, 2026, resulting in the arrest of seven wanted persons, including individuals listed among the most wanted in their respective areas.

In Palawan, a No. 6 Most Wanted Person of Police Regional Office 4B was arrested in Quezon for murder under a warrant with no bail recommended. In Surigao del Norte, a No. 6 Most Wanted Person in the region was likewise arrested in Del Carmen in connection with a r**e case, also with no bail recommended.

Two regional-level wanted persons were arrested in Cavite. In Tanza, police arrested a wanted person in connection with four counts of statutory r**e under a warrant issued by the Family Court in Trece Martires City, with no bail recommended. In Amadeo, another regional wanted person was arrested in connection with a violation of Republic Act No. 9165.

In Pampanga, CIDG personnel and local police units arrested a regional-level wanted person in Angeles City who was facing multiple cases involving qualified trafficking or trafficking in persons, illegal recruitment, estafa, and violations of the Securities Regulation Code. Another wanted person, listed as a No. 8 Most Wanted Person, was arrested in Mexico, Pampanga, in connection with a sexual assault case. The latter had a recommended bail of ₱200,000.00.

In Isabela, a No. 2 Most Wanted Person in the province was arrested in Santa Maria in connection with four counts of qualified r**e of a minor. The arrested person was placed under police custody pending turnover to the issuing court.

Meanwhile, a separate operation in Basilan involving a No. 5 Most Wanted Person wanted for three counts of murder resulted in the death of the wanted person during the law-enforcement operation. Another individual reportedly escaped. The circumstances of the operation are being documented, and the corresponding warrant will be returned to the issuing court.

Chief PNP PGen Nartatez said the operations underscore the importance of sustained efforts to locate wanted persons while ensuring that court processes are carried out properly.

“Kapag may warrant, kailangan nating maging maingat from verification hanggang sa actual implementation. We have to get the job done, but we also have to make sure that every step is lawful, properly coordinated, and respectful of the rights involved,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operations form part of the PNP's continuing effort to strengthen police operations through timely information, coordination, and proper ex*****on of court processes, consistent with the PNP Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO).

The PNP continues to support the peace and security priorities of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. by carrying out its law-enforcement mandate with professionalism, accountability, and respect for due process.

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

(PNP-PIO)