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SUSTAINED PNP OPS IN CORDILLERA ERADICATE OVER ₱234-M WORTH OF MA*****NA

The Philippine National Police (PNP), through the Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR), intensified its sustained anti-illegal drug operations in the region, resulting in the destruction of more than ₱234 million worth of ma*****na from May 18 to 24, 2026.

Reports submitted to the PNP national headquarters showed that 11 ma*****na eradication operations were successfully conducted in the provinces of Kalinga and Benguet during the weeklong campaign.

The continuing operations led to the eradication of 1,140,000 fully grown ma*****na plants with a Standard Drug Price amounting to ₱234,210,800.00.

PNP authorities said the accomplishment reflects the sustained operational focus of the organization against illegal drug activities, particularly ma*****na cultivation in remote areas, under the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced Managing Police Operations. The campaign also supports the peace and order initiatives of the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. aimed at keeping communities safe and secure.

PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. lauded the operating units for their commitment and persistence in carrying out difficult operations in mountainous areas of the Cordillera.

“Hindi tayo titigil sa tuloy-tuloy na operasyon laban sa ilegal na droga. Ang mahalaga rito ay napipigilan natin ang pagkalat ng ma*****na at napoprotektahan natin ang ating mga komunidad, lalo na ang kabataan. These sustained operations show our firm commitment to public safety and lawful police action,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP emphasized that anti-illegal drug operations nationwide will continue through intelligence-driven and community-supported initiatives, in line with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

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PNP STATEMENT ON ANGELES CITY BUILDING COLLAPSE

The Philippine National Police is closely coordinating with local authorities and emergency response units following the collapse of a hotel construction site in Brgy. Balibago, Angeles City, Pampanga early this morning.

Police Regional Office 3 immediately deployed personnel to assist in rescue and retrieval operations, traffic management, and area security. As of 1:52 PM, a total of 175 PNP personnel are on the ground working alongside the Bureau of Fire Protection, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Angeles City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, and local government units.

Rescue operations remain ongoing amid hazardous conditions caused by unstable debris and live power lines. The PNP is likewise supporting the ongoing investigation to determine the cause of the incident and possible violations of safety and building regulations.

The public is advised to avoid the area to allow unhampered emergency operations. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

POLICE GENERAL JOSE MELENCIO C. NARTATEZ, JR.
Chief, Philippine National Police

PNP STATEMENT ON THE DOJ DIRECTIVE TO EFFECT THE ARREST OF SENATOR RONALD “BATO” DELA ROSA

The Philippine National Police (PNP) takes note of the directive issued by the Department of Justice (DOJ) directing the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to effect the warrant of arrest against Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa.

The PNP respects the processes of the justice system and recognizes the authority of competent government agencies in the implementation of lawful orders.

As a law enforcement agency, the PNP shall perform its mandate in accordance with existing laws, due process, and established operational procedures.

The PNP likewise assures the public that all actions undertaken shall remain impartial, professional, and within the bounds of the law, with full respect for the constitutional rights of all parties concerned.

POLICE GENERAL JOSE MELENCIO C. NARTATEZ, JR
Chief, Philippine National Police

PNP NATIONWIDE ANTI-ILLEGAL DRUG OPERATIONS NET ₱15.48M WORTH OF ILLEGAL DRUGS, 10 ARRESTED

Intensified anti-illegal drug operations conducted by the Philippine National Police (PNP) across several regions from May 20 to early May 21, 2026 resulted in the arrest of 10 suspects and the seizure of an estimated ₱15.48 million worth of suspected illegal drugs.

In Quezon City, operatives recovered more than 1,500 capsules suspected to be ecstasy during a coordinated operation in the afternoon of May 20, with an estimated value of ₱2,631,600.00.

In Iloilo City and Santa Barbara, Iloilo, separate buy-bust operations led to the arrest of two high-value individuals and the confiscation of more than 300 grams of suspected shabu with a combined estimated value of ₱2,380,000.00.

In Oriental Mindoro, joint police units implementing search warrants arrested a suspect and seized more than 750 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱4,900,000.00, along with a firearm and ammunition. One additional suspect remains at large and is now the subject of follow-up operations.

In Batangas City, another buy-bust operation resulted in the arrest of two high-value individuals and the confiscation of over 200 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated value of ₱1,426,232.00.

In Camarines Norte, separate anti-drug operations led to the arrest of suspects and the seizure of nearly 460 grams of suspected shabu valued at ₱3,128,000.00.

In South Cotabato, coordinated police operations led to the arrest of suspects and the recovery of around 150 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated value of ₱1,020,000.00.

All confiscated evidence has been turned over to the PNP Forensic Group for laboratory examination, while appropriate charges are being prepared against the arrested individuals.

These operational accomplishments support the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to intensify the government’s campaign against illegal drugs and criminality under the PNP Focused Agenda on Enhanced Managing Police Operations.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., commended the operating units for their sustained efforts, highlighting discipline, coordination, and professionalism in all operations.

“Ang tagumpay ng ating mga operasyon ay patunay ng dedikasyon ng ating mga pulis at ng pakikipagtulungan ng mamamayan. Kasama ang komunidad, tuloy-tuloy ang ating laban kontra ilegal na droga. The PNP will continue to intensify intelligence-driven operations to ensure that illegal drug personalities are arrested and brought before the courts,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven anti-illegal drug operations and ensuring safer communities under the vision of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

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PNP IMPOSES PENALTIES ON 1,191 PERSONNEL IN CONTINUING INTERNAL DISCIPLINE DRIVE

The Philippine National Police (PNP) continues to strengthen its internal disciplinary mechanisms, imposing administrative penalties on 1,191 personnel from January 1 to May 6, 2026 as part of the organization’s continuing internal cleansing efforts.

Based on records from the Directorate for Investigation and Detective Management (DIDM), the penalties imposed included dismissal from the service, suspension, demotion, forfeiture of salary, restriction, reprimand, and withholding of privileges, depending on the gravity of the offense and pursuant to existing laws, rules, and regulations.

Of the total number, 551 personnel were suspended, 353 were dismissed from the service, 176 were penalized with forfeiture of salary, 63 were demoted, 23 were reprimanded, 20 were subjected to withholding of privileges, and five were placed under restriction.

PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. emphasized the organization’s continuing zero-tolerance policy against misconduct, corruption, and other violations committed by erring personnel.

“Patuloy nating pinaiigting ang internal cleansing program ng PNP upang matiyak na ang mga pulis na lumalabag sa batas at sa ating mga alituntunin ay naaaksyunan nang naaayon sa due process. Mahalagang mapanatili natin ang tiwala ng publiko sa pamamagitan ng isang disiplinado at propesyonal na hanay ng kapulisan,” PGen Nartatez said.

He underscored that disciplinary actions are implemented regardless of rank or position and form part of the PNP’s continuing efforts to uphold organizational discipline and public trust.

Records from the Directorate for Investigation and Detective Management (DIDM) further showed that from August 26, 2025 to May 6, 2026, a total of 1,108 personnel across various ranks were dismissed from the service as part of the PNP’s intensified internal cleansing and disciplinary campaign.

The figures included 1,020 Police Non-Commissioned Officers (PNCOs), 52 Police Commissioned Officers (PCOs), and 36 Non-Uniformed Personnel (NUPs), reflecting the organization’s policy of accountability regardless of rank or position.

The PNP assured the public that it will continue to enforce internal disciplinary measures fairly and consistently in line with the organization’s commitment to a more professional, accountable, and service-oriented police force under the vision of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas:Serbisyong, Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

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PNP, AFP NAB 3 CTG MEMBERS WANTED FOR MASBATE TEACHER SLAY

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., intensified its campaign against terrorism and violent criminality as joint operatives arrested three Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) members wanted for murder during successive manhunt operations conducted in Masbate from May 12 to 14, 2026.

Joint operatives from the PNP and AFP, led by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) through the CIDG Masbate Provincial Field Unit, conducted sustained intelligence and manhunt operations that led to the arrest of three accused individuals, all male, of legal age, and residents of Barangay Malibas, Palanas, Masbate.

The arrested suspects, identified through their aliases “Abe,” “Rex,” and “Noy,” were apprehended by virtue of Warrants of Arrest for Murder issued by a Masbate court on November 20, 2025, with no recommended bail.

Authorities identified the suspects as members of the Communist Terrorist Group operating under Komiteng Larangang Gerilya 1 South and Sub-Regional Committee 4 of the Bicol Regional Party Committee, under the command of alias “Ka Manong.” They were also listed as Regional and Provincial Most Wanted Persons in the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ monitoring records.

On May 12, 2026, operatives arrested alias “Abe” in Barangay San Isidro, Cataingan, Masbate, identified as the Number 8 Provincial Most Wanted Person of the Masbate Provincial Police Office.

On May 13, 2026, alias “Rex,” listed as the Number 3 Regional Most Wanted Person of Police Regional Office 5, was apprehended in Barangay Libtong, Cataingan, Masbate.

On May 14, 2026, joint operatives arrested alias “Noy” in Barangay Nabangig, Palanas, Masbate, tagged as the Number 4 Regional Most Wanted Person of Police Regional Office 5.

Investigation disclosed that on July 9, 2010, in Barangay Malibas, Palanas, Masbate, the accused, together with two other unidentified companions, allegedly conspired and used fi****ms in the fatal shooting of a 27-year-old public school teacher while the victim was on his way home.

“These CTG members evaded justice for years, but the law eventually caught up with them. The PNP will continue to pursue armed fugitives and terrorist-linked offenders wherever they hide. Hindi kami uurong laban sa mga grupong gumagamit ng dahas at pumapatay ng inosenteng sibilyan,” said PGEN Nartatez.

“The killing of a public school teacher is an attack against the community itself. Those who believe they can evade accountability through fear and violence are mistaken. Walang puwang ang terorismo at armadong kriminalidad sa ating lipunan, at mananagot ang lahat ng sangkot,” he added.

The operation also highlights the continuing implementation of the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly on Enhanced Managing Police Operations through intelligence-driven manhunt operations, inter-unit coordination, and focused enforcement actions.

The arrest of the three CTG members underscores the continuing efforts of law enforcement agencies to dismantle armed threat groups and bring fugitives involved in serious crimes to justice.

As the PNP continues its intensified campaign against terrorism and criminality 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.”

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PNP SEIZES OVER ₱43-M SUSPECTED SMUGGLED CI******ES IN NEGROS ORIENTAL AND PAGADIAN

The Philippine National Police (PNP) intensified its campaign against smuggling following two successful operations in Negros Oriental and Pagadian City that resulted in the confiscation of more than ₱43 million worth of suspected smuggled ci******es and the arrest of 11 suspects on May 16 and 17, 2026.

In Basay, Negros Oriental, a joint operation conducted by local police units, maritime personnel, and partner law enforcement agencies resulted in the interception of around 700 master cases of suspected smuggled ci******es valued at approximately ₱40.1 million. Authorities also recovered a motorized boat believed to have been used for transport. Ten individuals were taken into custody for proper legal proceedings.

In a separate operation in Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur, police operatives arrested one suspect and confiscated 57 master cases of suspected smuggled ci******es with an estimated value of more than ₱3.2 million.

PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. commended the operating units for the coordinated efforts that led to the successful operations.

“Bahagi ito ng mas malawak nating tungkulin na protektahan ang ekonomiya at tiyakin na umiiral ang batas sa maayos na paraan. Patuloy nating paiigtingin ang ating kampanya laban sa mga iligal na aktibidad habang iginagalang ang karapatan ng bawat isa,” PGen Nartatez said.

He added that the PNP remains committed to intelligence-driven and coordinated law enforcement efforts across the country.

“Ang mahalaga ay tuloy-tuloy ang ating pagbabantay at mabilis ang pag-aksyon ng ating mga yunit sa mga ulat at impormasyon mula sa komunidad at partner agencies. We will continue working closely with concerned agencies to prevent illegal trade activities from thriving,” he added.

The suspects are currently under police custody while proper documentation and legal procedures are being undertaken for the filing of appropriate charges.

The PNP assured the public that operations against smuggling and other illegal activities will continue nationwide in support of safer communities and stronger public trust, in line with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

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OVER ₱61-M WORTH OF ILLEGAL DRUGS SEIZED IN SERIES OF NATIONWIDE OPERATIONS

The Philippine National Police (PNP), in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and other partner units, recorded another significant accomplishment in its intensified anti-illegal drugs campaign after separate operations in Quezon, Negros Oriental, Bacolod City, and Zamboanga City resulted in the recovery of more than ₱61 million worth of suspected illegal drugs on May 16, 2026.

In Patnanungan, Quezon, police personnel responded to a report from a local fisherman regarding the discovery of five tape-sealed plastic bags containing more or less 6.5 kilograms of suspected co***ne with an estimated value of over ₱34.5 million. Authorities said the items were believed to have drifted ashore months earlier before being discovered in a coastal area.

Meanwhile, anti-illegal drug operatives arrested a high-value individual during a buy-bust operation in Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental, which led to the confiscation of more than one kilogram of suspected shabu valued at nearly ₱7 million.

Another operation in Bacolod City resulted in the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of around one kilogram of suspected shabu worth ₱6.8 million.

In Zamboanga City, joint operatives also confiscated approximately two kilograms of suspected shabu valued at ₱13.6 million from a suspect during a coordinated anti-illegal drug operation.

Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. commended the operating units and emphasized the importance of sustained coordination and public cooperation in combating illegal drugs.

“Malaking tulong ang pakikipagtulungan ng mamamayan sa ating kampanya laban sa ilegal na droga. Kapag may impormasyon at agad itong naiuulat, mas mabilis nating naaaksyunan at napipigilan ang pagkalat ng ipinagbabawal na droga sa ating mga komunidad,” PGen Nartatez said.

He added, “Our operations remain focused on protecting communities while ensuring that police actions are conducted properly and within the bounds of the law. Patuloy nating paiigtingin ang ating kampanya laban sa illegal drugs through disciplined and intelligence-based operations.”

The operations form part of the intensified implementation of the PNP Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, aimed at strengthening intelligence-driven and community-supported law enforcement efforts in line with the peace and public safety directives of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr..

The PNP assured the public that all recovered evidence will undergo proper examination and documentation, while appropriate charges are being prepared against the arrested suspects.

These accomplishments reflect the continuing commitment of the organization to the vision of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman, through responsive and accountable policing that prioritizes public safety and community trust.

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₱34.5-M SUSPECTED CO***NE IN 5 SEALED BAGS TURNED OVER IN QUEZON; PNP PROBES SOURCE

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of Chief, PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., is conducting a thorough investigation following the voluntary turnover of five (5) tape-sealed plastic bags containing white crystalline substance suspected to be co***ne in Brgy. Busdak, Patnanungan, Quezon on May 16, 2026.

A 52-year-old male resident of Brgy. Busdak voluntarily surrendered the items to the Patnanungan Municipal Police Station. The recovered substances weighed approximately 6,514.7 grams with an estimated Standard Drug Price amounting to ₱34,528,387.00.

PNP personnel immediately secured the items upon receipt and prepared these for submission to the Quezon Provincial Forensic Unit for laboratory examination to determine their chemical composition and confirm the nature of the substance.

The PNP is currently conducting a deeper investigation to determine the source of the suspected illegal drugs, identify possible networks involved, and establish how the items came into the possession of the individual who turned them over.

In line with the PNP Focused Agenda, the organization continues to strengthen its Enhanced Managing Police Operations, particularly in intensifying anti-illegal drug operations, ensuring proper evidence handling, and reinforcing case build-up and investigative procedures.

“We are determined to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident and ensure that all persons responsible will be held accountable under the law,” said Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, PNP.

“Patuloy nating tututukan ang imbestigasyon upang malaman kung saan ito nanggaling at kung sino ang nasa likod nito,” he added.

As the PNP continues its investigation and laboratory validation 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)