PNP CIDG RFU 3 Bulacan Provincial Field Unit

16/05/2026

16/05/2026

PNP–DENR OPERATION SEIZES NEAR ₱2M UNDOCUMENTED LUMBER; SUSPECT ARRESTED IN NORTHERN SAMAR

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., in coordination with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), arrested a male individual identified by the alias “Wil,” a resident of San Isidro, Northern Samar, during an operation conducted on May 13, 2026, in San Isidro, Northern Samar. Authorities confiscated approximately ₱1,960,896.00 worth of illegal and undocumented lumber.

The operation stemmed from information regarding the alleged storage and possession of lumber without the required permits and supporting documents. Personnel of the San Isidro Municipal Police Station, together with DENR–CENRO Catarman, conducted validation and on-site inspection which led to the discovery of forest products stored in the area.

During the operation, authorities seized 258 pieces of assorted lumber with an aggregate volume of 7,041.41 board feet. Recovered items included sawn Yakal and Lauan lumber, an unfinished pump boat constructed from the same materials, stockpiled lumber, and two chainsaws allegedly used in the activity. The individual failed to present the necessary permits and documentation proving lawful acquisition and transport of the forest products in accordance with forestry regulations.

This enforcement action supports the PNP’s continuing campaign against environmental law violations through stronger field validation and inter-agency coordination with partner agencies.

PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. stated: “The protection of our forests is a shared responsibility. We will continue to pursue violations of environmental laws to safeguard our natural resources for future generations.”

“Mahigpit ang ating pagpapatupad ng batas upang mapangalagaan ang kalikasan. Hindi natin papayagan ang mga ilegal na gawain na sumisira sa ating likas na yaman,” he added.

As the PNP intensifies its campaign against forestry and environmental law violations under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

14/05/2026

311 SUSPECTS NABBED, ₱816-M ILLEGAL GOODS SEIZED IN WEEKLONG NATIONWIDE CRACKDOWN

A weeklong nationwide anti-criminality drive of the Philippine National Police has resulted in the arrest of 311 suspects and the seizure of more than ₱816 million worth of illegal goods, marking a significant push in the campaign against crime and illicit trade.

From April 6 to 12, 2026, operatives of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) carried out intensified operations targeting wanted persons, illegal fi****ms, and various forms of organized and economic crimes. The effort led to the capture of multiple fugitives, including several listed among the most wanted at regional, provincial, and local levels.

Authorities also recovered 45 loose fi****ms, including high-powered weapons, and 11 explosives such as hand grenades and rifle grenades, preventing their possible use in criminal activities.

In separate operations, police confiscated a wide range of illegal and counterfeit items, including unauthorized LPG products, fake medicines, unregistered v**e products, smuggled ci******es, and other contraband, with a total value of ₱816,737,546.00 .

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., said the results reflect the organization’s intensified and focused law enforcement posture.

“Hindi natin titigilan ang operasyon laban sa kriminalidad. These results show that our police on the ground are working hard to track down fugitives and disrupt illegal activities. Tuloy-tuloy lang ang ating aksyon—walang puwang ang mga lumalabag sa batas,” PGEN Nartatez said.

He added that the public can expect sustained operations in the coming weeks as the PNP strengthens coordination and intelligence-driven actions nationwide.

“Ang mensahe namin malinaw—habulin namin kayo. Whether you are hiding or operating illegal businesses, we will find you and bring you before the law,” he stressed.

The nationwide operation forms part of the PNP’s intensified campaign aligned with its Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, supporting the broader peace and order efforts of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

With continuous operations being rolled out across the country, the PNP reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safer communities and maintaining public order, guided by its principle of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

14/05/2026

PRO3 SEIZES ₱150-M ILLICIT CI******ES IN BULACAN; 19 ARRESTED

Camp Captain Julian Olivas, City of San Fernando, Pampanga — Nineteen individuals were arrested and an estimated ₱150 million worth of illicit ci******es were seized by Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) in an operation in Baliwag City, Bulacan on April 14, 2026.

Operatives of the Regional Special Operations Group 3 (RSOG3), in coordination with CIDG Bulacan Provincial Field Unit and Baliwag City Police Station, conducted the operation after monitoring the illegal unloading of cigarette boxes from container vans to smaller delivery trucks along DRT Highway, Brgy. Tarcan at around 6:00 AM. More than 2,000 boxes of ci******es without the required BIR tax stamps were confiscated, along with six vehicles used in the distribution.

PRO3 Director PBGEN Jess B. Mendez emphasized that the operation is part of the intensified and sustained campaign against economic sabotage.

“This is not an isolated accomplishment. It shows that our actions against illicit trade are continuous and further expanding,” Mendez said.

The operation was carried out in line with the directive of SILG Jonvic Remulla and PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. to strengthen the crackdown on smuggling through a whole-of-government approach.

All arrested individuals and seized evidence are now under the custody of RSOG3, while follow-up operations are ongoing to apprehend other individuals involved.

14/05/2026

Iplementation of “Oplan Pagtugis” by the CIDG

Matagumpay na naaresto ng pinagsanib na puwersa ng Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Region 2, Cagayan Provincial Highway Patrol Team (PHPT), at Tabuk Police Station ang isang 38-anyos na babae na kabilang sa Most Wanted Persons sa Tabuk City nitong Mayo 7, 2026. Kinilala ang suspek....