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26/10/2026

26/10/2026

COP TURNS NURSING SKILLS INTO TIMELY HELP FOR MOTHER IN AKLAN

Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), a police officer in Aklan put his nursing training to use when a mother went into labor at home and needed immediate assistance before she could be brought to a hospital.

The 39-year-old mother was about to give birth in Caticlan, Malay, Aklan, when waiting for an ambulance or making the trip to a medical facility was no longer practical. The male police officer, a registered nurse assigned to the PNP Aviation Security Group Caticlan Airport Police Station, responded and assisted the mother with the support of personnel from the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) of Malay.

The baby was safely delivered at home. The mother and her newborn were subsequently brought to Motag Hospital for medical assessment and further care.

For PGen Nartatez, the incident reflects the kind of readiness expected from police personnel—being prepared not only to enforce the law, but also to respond with competence and compassion when circumstances call for immediate help.

“Sometimes, service means doing more than what people expect from us. In this case, our police officer happened to have the medical training needed at exactly the right moment. Mabuti na lang, he was there and ready to help,” PGen Nartatez said

The Chief PNP also acknowledged the assistance of the Malay MDRRMO personnel, noting that situations such as this show how cooperation among responders can make a real difference when immediate help is needed.

The incident reflects the PNP’s continuing effort to strengthen police readiness and responsive operations under its Focused
Agenda, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations. It also supports the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in advancing public service that is responsive to the needs of communities.

For the PNP, service is not limited to maintaining peace and order. It also means being prepared to lend a helping hand when circumstances call for it. In moments like this, the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman is seen not only in police operations, but in the simple act of being ready to help when it matters.

(PNP-PIO)

26/10/2026

CHECK BEFORE YOU GO: PNP SAFETY REMINDER FOR UNDAS TRAVELERS

With millions of Filipinos expected to travel for Undas, Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP) Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. is urging motorists and passengers to make safety checks part of every trip, stressing that many road mishaps can be prevented when drivers, vehicle owners, and passengers take simple precautions before leaving home.

The reminder comes after a passenger jeepney overturned in Infanta, Quezon on October 24, injuring the driver and 15 passengers. Police reported that the vehicle was traveling downhill when the driver reportedly lost control after an apparent brake problem. The incident highlights the importance of checking a vehicle’s basic safety condition before taking to the road, particularly during the anticipated increase in Undas travel.

“Bago tayo bumiyahe, siguraduhin muna natin na kaya ng sasakyan ang biyahe. Check the brakes, tires, lights, and other basic safety features. Kung may napansing problema, huwag nang ipilit. Mas mabuti nang maantala ang biyahe kaysa malagay sa alanganin ang buhay ng mga sakay,” PGen Nartatez said.

He also called on drivers to recognize their own limitations, particularly during long-distance trips, and to avoid speeding, distracted driving and driving while fatigued. Passengers, meanwhile, are encouraged to use available safety restraints and to speak up when they see an unsafe driving practice.

“Undas is about going home, visiting our loved ones and spending time with family. Ang gusto natin, makarating kayo nang ligtas at makauwi rin nang ligtas. So take that extra minute to check the vehicle, plan the route, and rest when needed. Simple steps, but they can save lives,” the Chief PNP added.

The PNP is also reminding travelers to exercise greater caution as roads, terminals and transport hubs become busier during the holiday period. Motorists are advised to slow down on downhill roads, curves and congested areas, maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, and follow traffic rules and the directions of traffic personnel.

Police units nationwide are likewise supporting public safety efforts during the Undas period through strengthened coordination, visibility and assistance in major transport routes, terminals, cemeteries and other areas expected to receive large numbers of travelers. These measures are part of the PNP's Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) under the PNP Focused Agenda, with emphasis on preventing incidents and ensuring that police services remain responsive to the needs of the public.

As the country observes Undas, the PNP joins President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in encouraging the public to make safety a shared responsibility. With every traveler taking the necessary precautions before and during the journey, the PNP remains committed to ensuring that the spirit of remembrance and family reunion is not overshadowed by preventable incidents, in keeping with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

26/10/2026

PSR-LISTED COMMUNIST TERRORIST ARRESTED IN AGUSAN DEL SUR FOR KIDNAPPING, SERIOUS ILLEGAL DETENTION

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of Chief, PNP PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested a Periodic Status Report (PSR)-listed Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) member in Esperanza, Agusan del Sur, on October 20, 2026, in an operation targeting individuals wanted for serious crimes.

The arrested individual, known by the alias Bernie, was apprehended in Barangay Tandang Sora during a counterinsurgency operation in which personnel of the 3rd Special Action Battalion, Special Action Force (3SAB, SAF), provided tactical support to the 1304th Maneuver Company, Regional Mobile Force Battalion 13, and other PNP units. The individual was listed under the Sandatahang Yunit Propaganda SIKOP, Guerilla Front 4A, North Central Mindanao Regional Committee, as of the first quarter of 2021.

The arrest was carried out by virtue of a warrant for kidnapping and serious illegal detention issued on August 30, 2023, by the Regional Trial Court, Branch 7, 10th Judicial Region, Bayugan City, Agusan del Sur. Esperanza Municipal Police Station, Agusan del Sur Police Provincial Office, took custody of the arrested individual for documentation and proper disposition.

PGEN Nartatez emphasized the importance of holding wanted individuals accountable through lawful police action. “We will relentlessly pursue individuals wanted for serious crimes and ensure that they face the legal consequences of their actions.”

He also underscored the importance of protecting communities from armed threats. “Karapatan ng bawat Pilipino ang mamuhay nang ligtas at mapayapa. Hindi tayo titigil sa pagtugis sa mga lumalabag sa batas at naglalagay sa panganib sa ating mga komunidad.”

The arrest supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which strengthens law enforcement efforts against security threats and helps protect communities.

As the PNP intensifies efforts against insurgency and strengthens accountability under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it remains committed to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

26/10/2026

1LAC PERSONNEL CONDUCT OPERATIONAL READINESS AND EQUIPMENT CHECK

Personnel of 1st Light Armor Company (1LAC), under the supervision of PCPT RENY E AGUILANDO, Officer-in-Charge, 1LAC, conducted an operational readiness and equipment check at the CSU Compound, Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame, Quezon City.

The activity was conducted to ensure the operational readiness, serviceability, and mobility of personnel and equipment in preparation for any potential spillover threats and emerging security situations.

The regular conduct of readiness activities and equipment inspections strengthens the unit’s preparedness and responsiveness, ensuring its capability for immediate deployment and appropriate response to potential security threats and other contingencies.

26/10/2026

1LAC PERSONNEL SERVED AS QUICK REACTIONARY FORCE

Personnel of the Light Armor Company (1LAC), under the supervision of PCPT RENY E AGUILANDO, Officer-in-Charge, served as the Quick Reactionary Force (QRF) at Bulwagang Lapu-Lapu, Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame, Quezon City, utilizing the V-150 Commando Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) “TAGAPAGLUNSAD.”

The deployment underscored the unit’s continuous operational readiness and rapid-response capabilities against potential security threats. Through routine tactical exercises, 1LAC personnel maintain high mobility and responsiveness to deliver immediate support and tactical intervention when required.

26/10/2026

37th National Statistics Month

25/10/2026

FAKE RECEIPTS, REAL LOSSES: PNP WARNS BUSINESSES AS PASIG SCAM TOPS ₱1.4 MILLION

Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), authorities are reminding business owners and online sellers to verify payments directly through their accounts after two individuals were arrested in Pasig City for allegedly using fake receipts to obtain more than ₱1.4 million worth of products.

Operatives of the Northern District Anti-Cybercrime Team (NDACT) arrested the two suspects, identified by their aliases “Rick,” 49, and “Joe,” 29, during an entrapment operation on October 5, following a complaint from a businessman.

Investigators found that the suspects allegedly presented falsified receipts as proof of payment, prompting the victim to release the ordered products. The payments, however, were not actually credited to the victim’s account. Police said the same method was allegedly used in 14 transactions over slightly more than a month, resulting in losses exceeding ₱1.4 million.

Chief PNP PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the case serves as a reminder that a receipt or screenshot should never be treated as final proof that money has been received.

“Simple lang ang rule: bago ilabas ang produkto, siguraduhing pumasok muna ang bayad. Huwag umasa sa screenshot o resibo lang—check the actual account. A few seconds of verification can prevent a much bigger loss,” PGen Nartatez said.

The suspects are facing charges for violation of Paragraph 2(a) of Article 315 of the Revised Penal Code, or estafa, in relation to Section 6 of Republic Act No. 10175, or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

The operation is in line with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), as the PNP continues to strengthen its response to evolving forms of crime and promote greater public awareness of digital fraud.

Under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP likewise urges businesses and consumers to practice basic payment verification, preserve suspicious digital transactions, and promptly report suspected fraud to authorities.

The PNP remains committed to helping protect the public against emerging forms of crime through responsive police service and greater community awareness, consistent with its commitment to a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

25/10/2026

CYBER OPERATIONS INTENSIFIED AS ONLINE ABUSE, UNSAFE SERVICES COME UNDER WATCH

Under the leadership of PGen Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), police cybercrime units have intensified efforts to address online activities that threaten personal safety, privacy, and the welfare of the public, resulting in two separate operations in Pasay City and Bataan this month.

In Pasay City, operatives of the Southern District Anti-Cybercrime Team arrested a 37-year-old man, identified by the alias “Jayjay,” during an entrapment operation on October 13, following a complaint involving the alleged misuse and distribution of a woman’s intimate photos through a dummy social media account.

The investigation found that the suspect allegedly used the victim’s identity online, shared her private images with people known to her, and threatened to release the images further unless she agreed to meet him. The suspect is facing complaints for alleged violations of the Revised Penal Code, the Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act of 2009, and the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

Meanwhile, in Limay, Bataan, operatives of the Olongapo City Cyber Response Team arrested a 23-year-old woman, alias “Gabbie,” on October 14 for allegedly offering unauthorized dental services through social media.

The operation followed cyber patrolling that identified an online post offering do-it-yourself dental braces for a fee. Police investigation indicated that the suspect had allegedly been providing the service despite having no formal dental education, professional license, or training. She is facing a complaint for alleged violation of the Philippine Dental Act of 2007 in relation to the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

“These cases remind us that what happens online can have very real consequences,” PGen Nartatez said. “Kaya hindi natin dapat isipin na maliit na bagay ang online threats, misuse of private images, or services that may put people at risk. We will continue to act on legitimate complaints and information, while respecting the rights of everyone involved.”

He urged the public to exercise caution when dealing with online offers and to promptly report threats, harassment, misuse of personal information, or suspicious transactions. He also reminded users to preserve messages, account details, links, and other digital evidence that may help authorities verify and investigate complaints.

These efforts reflect the PNP’s continuing response to evolving forms of crime in the digital space, in line with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), through stronger cyber patrolling, timely intervention, and coordination with concerned agencies.

The PNP remains committed to supporting President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s public safety agenda and protecting Filipinos both online and offline, guided by its commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)