Southern District Anti-Cybercrime Team

30/10/2026

30/10/2026

NEGROS ISLAND’S NO. 4 MOST WANTED FALLS OVER ALLEGED R**E OF MINOR STEPDAUGHTER

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., has secured the arrest of Negros Island’s No. 4 Regional Most Wanted Person in Nueva Ecija, bringing a suspect in a serious case involving the alleged sexual abuse of a minor closer to facing the law.

The 46-year-old male suspect, identified only as alias “Sid,” a caretaker and resident of Bayawan City, Negros Oriental, was arrested on October 27, 2026, in Barangay Bayanihan, Gapan City, Nueva Ecija. Personnel of the Bayawan City Police Station under the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office conducted the manhunt operation with support from the Gapan City Police Station.

The arrest stemmed from warrants for Qualified R**e of a Minor under Article 266-A(1), in relation to Article 266-B of the Revised Penal Code, as amended, and two counts of Acts of Lasciviousness under Article 336 of the same Code.

According to the allegations, the suspect sexually abused his minor stepdaughter when her mother was away working as a housekeeper in another household. He allegedly threatened to kill both the child and her mother if she disclosed the abuse.

After his arrest, the suspect was informed of his constitutional rights and placed under the temporary custody of the Gapan City Police Station pending the completion of documentation and appropriate legal proceedings.

PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez emphasized the importance of holding suspects accountable through due process. “No one should be beyond the reach of the law, especially when a child’s safety and dignity are at stake. We will pursue wanted persons and ensure that allegations of serious abuse are brought before the proper courts,” he said.

He also urged the public to help protect children from abuse, stressing, “Huwag nating hayaang manaig ang takot. Ang bawat batang nakararanas ng pang-aabuso ay dapat mapakinggan, maprotektahan, at matulungan.”

The arrest supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, by strengthening efforts to locate wanted persons and advance accountability through lawful police action.

As the PNP intensifies efforts to protect children and bring wanted persons before the courts 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)

30/10/2026

PNP OPERATIONS IN THREE AREAS NET ₱24.76M WORTH OF SUSPECTED SMUGGLED CI******ES; 7 ARRESTED

Three police operations in Zamboanga City, Negros Oriental, and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) resulted in the seizure of suspected smuggled ci******es worth ₱24.76 million and the arrest of seven individuals, as the Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., intensifies efforts to disrupt the movement of illicit goods.

The operations, conducted on October 28 and in the early hours of October 29, also led to the seizure of vehicles allegedly used to transport the cigarette shipments. The confiscated items are being handled in coordination with concerned authorities for proper documentation and disposition.

In Barangay San Jose Gusu, Zamboanga City, personnel of Police Station 13 and the City Mobile Force Company of the Zamboanga City Police Office intercepted 102 master cases of suspected smuggled President Red ci******es during a checkpoint operation. The shipment has an estimated market value of ₱15.72 million. An Isuzu Elf closed van was also seized, and the arrested individual was placed under police custody. The confiscated items were turned over to the Bureau of Customs for proper documentation and disposition.

Also on October 28, personnel of the 1405th Regional Mobile Force Battalion and the Malidegao Municipal Police Station apprehended two individuals during a checkpoint operation in Barangay Batulawan, Malidegao, SGA, BARMM. The team seized 87 master cases and 67 reams of suspected smuggled ci******es with an estimated market value of ₱3.78 million, along with a Foton closed van. The arrested individuals and confiscated items remain under police custody.

On October 29, a joint team led by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group arrested four individuals in Barangay Old Namangka, Mabinay, Negros Oriental, during an operation conducted at around 12:20 a.m. The team seized five master cases of Three-Star American Blend ci******es with an estimated market value of ₱5.26 million, along with a Nissan Urban NV350 van and an Isuzu D-Max pickup. The arrested individuals and seized items are under the custody of the Mabinay Municipal Police Station.

Chief PNP Nartatez emphasized that addressing cigarette smuggling requires consistent enforcement, careful documentation, and close coordination among government agencies to ensure that suspected violations are properly investigated and handled under the law.

“Hindi lang natin tinitingnan kung gaano karami ang nakumpiska. Mahalaga ring malaman kung saan nanggaling ang mga produkto, kung legal ang pagdadala ng mga ito, at kung sino ang dapat managot kung may paglabag. We will continue to work with our partner agencies to ensure that every operation is conducted properly and that the evidence is handled in accordance with the law,” Nartatez said.

The operations support the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through coordinated enforcement, intelligence-driven action, and accountability in the handling of seized items and arrested individuals.

Under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP continues to work with concerned government agencies to strengthen law enforcement, protect legitimate economic activities, and uphold the rule of law.

The PNP remains committed to carrying out its mandate through lawful, accountable, and responsive service in keeping with its commitment to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

30/10/2026

FIVE MOST WANTED PERSONS, INCLUDING MALAYSIAN NATIONAL, ARRESTED

Five wanted persons, including a Malaysian national facing a drug-related charge, were placed under police custody following separate operations on October 28, as the Philippine National Police (PNP), led by Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., continues to implement arrest warrants and support the orderly administration of justice.

The arrests were carried out in Metro Manila, Cebu, Sultan Kudarat, Bukidnon, and Sarangani Province, involving individuals facing charges of murder, frustrated murder, violations of Republic Act No. 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, and destructive arson. Several of those arrested were listed among the top wanted personalities at the regional level.

In Quezon City, personnel of the PNP Anti-Kidnapping Group served a warrant of arrest at its headquarters in Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame against a Malaysian national of legal age, in connection with a case involving an alleged violation of Republic Act No. 9165. The court recommended bail of ₱40,000.00 and remained under the custody of the facility.

In Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, police served a warrant on a 30-year-old man facing a murder charge while he was at the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology Male Dormitory in Barangay Mactan. In Columbio, Sultan Kudarat, a 43-year-old man was arrested for frustrated murder through a coordinated operation involving local police, provincial mobile force personnel, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, and the PNP Special Action Force.

Meanwhile, police in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, arrested a regional No. 10 Most Wanted Person facing cases for violations of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act. In Malapatan, Sarangani Province, authorities also apprehended a regional No. 10 Most Wanted Person facing a charge of destructive arson.

The arrested individuals were placed under the custody of the appropriate police units or detention facility for the necessary legal proceedings. All cases will be handled in accordance with law, with the rights of the accused respected throughout the judicial process.

Chief PNP Nartatez underscored the importance of sustained coordination and diligent implementation of court-issued warrants in ensuring that cases move forward through the justice system.

“Ang bawat warrant na naipatutupad ay bahagi ng ating tungkuling tiyaking gumagana ang proseso ng hustisya. We must do our job carefully, coordinate with the proper units, and respect the rights of every person involved. Our responsibility is to enforce the law fairly and professionally, wherever the operation takes us,” Nartatez said.

He emphasized that the PNP will continue to strengthen coordination among operating units and partner agencies to locate wanted persons and implement lawful police actions with professionalism, discipline, and accountability.

These accomplishments support the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through coordinated operations and the effective implementation of lawful police actions. They also contribute to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s commitment to public safety and the rule of law, reinforcing efforts to build safer communities and strengthen public confidence in law enforcement.

The PNP remains committed to pursuing outstanding warrants, respecting due process, and delivering accountable police service in support of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

30/10/2026

TWO CHINESE NATIONALS ARRESTED OVER ALLEGED ILLEGAL COPPER ORE TRANSPORT; ₱1.5-M SHIPMENT SEIZED IN CEBU

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), two Chinese nationals were arrested and approximately 47 tons of unprocessed copper ore worth an estimated ₱1.5 million were seized in a joint law enforcement operation at Pier 4, Barangay Tejero, Cebu City, on October 28, following the discovery of allegedly falsified documents authorizing the shipment’s transport.

The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), in coordination with the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region VII and other law enforcement and government agencies, conducted the operation under OPLAN KALIKASAN to enforce Republic Act No. 7942, or the Philippine Mining Act of 1995.

The operation resulted in the arrest of two male Chinese nationals, aged 55 and 45, who were aboard separate 10-wheeler wing vans carrying a combined 47,040 kilograms of unprocessed copper ore. The shipment was intercepted after the MGB verified that the Ore Transport Permits presented by the drivers were falsified, leaving the transport without valid authorization.

The operation stemmed from the MGB’s request for CIDG assistance in addressing the suspected illegal transport of mineral resources. The two vehicles and their cargo were confiscated as authorities proceeded with the appropriate legal and investigative processes.

Chief PNP Nartatez underscored that protecting the country’s mineral resources requires both firm law enforcement and close coordination among government agencies to ensure that mineral shipments are properly documented and transported in accordance with the law.

“Ang likas na yaman ng bansa ay responsibilidad nating pangalagaan. Kaya mahalagang matiyak na bawat hakbang sa pagdadala ng mga mineral ay may tamang pahintulot at dumaraan sa legal na proseso. We will continue to work hand in hand with our partner agencies, verify the facts, and take appropriate action whenever the evidence warrants it,” PGen Nartatez said.

He added that the PNP will sustain its coordination with government agencies whose mandates complement police enforcement, recognizing that effective law enforcement requires timely information-sharing and a coordinated response.

The operation reflects the PNP’s commitment to the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to uphold the rule of law and strengthen accountability in the use and protection of the country’s resources. It also supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), through intelligence-driven action, inter-agency coordination, and focused enforcement against activities that violate existing laws.

The PNP continues to work with concerned government agencies to ensure that mineral resources are transported in accordance with the law, reinforcing its commitment to public service under the banner of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

30/10/2026

141,000 DEPLOYED FOR UNDAS 2026 AS PNP PREPARES FOR HOLIDAY TRAVEL RUSH

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), the PNP is preparing to mobilize more than 141,000 personnel and force multipliers nationwide to ensure public safety and orderly travel during the expected surge of motorists, travelers, and cemetery-goers over the Undas long weekend.

The deployment will comprise 73,034 PNP personnel, 16,560 personnel from other government units, and 51,578 force multipliers who will support security, traffic management, and public assistance operations in cemeteries, columbaria, major thoroughfares, transportation hubs, places of worship, tourist destinations, and other strategic areas.

The PNP expects traffic to be particularly heavy on Friday, October 30, as many Filipinos travel to their home provinces and other destinations ahead of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day on November 1 and 2. Last year, 14,014,970 cemetery-goers were recorded nationwide, underscoring the scale of movement expected during the observance.

“Alam natin na maraming pamilya ang bibiyahe sa Friday, kaya planuhin na natin ang biyahe ngayon pa lang. Umalis nang mas maaga kung maaari, check the traffic situation, and give yourself enough time. We are preparing on our end, and the public’s cooperation will help make the journey safer and more orderly for everyone,” PGen Nartatez said.

All PNP offices and units will be under Full Alert Status from 12:01 a.m. on October 30 until 12:01 a.m. on November 3, 2026, with personnel maintaining readiness to assist the public and respond to incidents throughout the holiday period.

The PNP’s preparations cover 5,311 cemeteries and columbaria, with police personnel positioned to assist visitors, manage traffic, maintain peace and order, and provide immediate response when needed.

The nationwide operation is part of the PNP’s continuing implementation of its Focused Agenda, particularly the Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) approach, as it works with government agencies, local authorities, and communities to ensure a safe and orderly Undas. The effort supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s broader peace and order priorities and reflects the PNP’s commitment to responsive public service.

PGen Nartatez reminded the public to remain vigilant, secure their belongings, look after children and senior family members, and immediately seek assistance from police personnel when necessary.

With the collective efforts of the police, government partners, force multipliers, and the public, the PNP remains committed to providing Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

30/10/2026

PNP ACG ACTS ON 908 CYBERCRIME VICTIMS, REFERS 19 CASES FOR PROSECUTION AS DIGITAL PROTECTION EFFORTS INTENSIFY

With cybercrime increasingly affecting Filipinos across different age groups, the Philippine National Police (PNP) is strengthening its efforts to prevent technology-enabled offenses and pursue cases brought to the attention of authorities.

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, PNP, the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) recorded 908 cybercrime victims from January to October 15, 2026. The figure includes 20 victims aged 18 and below, 324 aged 19 to 30, 336 aged 31 to 45, 158 aged 46 to 60, and 70 aged 61 and above.

The data underscores that cybercrime can affect anyone, regardless of age. It also highlights the importance of timely reporting and continued public awareness as more Filipinos rely on digital platforms for communication, transactions, and everyday activities.

“Cybercrime can happen in a few clicks, but our response should be deliberate and decisive. Kapag may nag-report, we make sure that the complaint is properly handled and that every available lead is pursued,” PGen Nartatez said.

“Hindi lang ito tungkol sa paghuli. We also want people to be more confident in reporting incidents and more careful about the information they share online,” he added.

During the second week of October, from October 8 to 15, the PNP ACG also referred 19 cybercrime cases for regular filing. These included 10 cases involving swindling or estafa, seven cases of cyber libel, and two additional counts under the cyber libel provision of Republic Act No. 10175, or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

The PNP continues to enhance its capability to address cybercrime through investigation, case build-up, coordination, and public engagement. These efforts form part of the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which calls for police operations that are responsive to emerging threats and grounded on effective law enforcement and service to the public.

The PNP likewise continues to carry out its mandate in support of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to promote a safer environment for Filipinos, including in the digital space.

As technology continues to shape everyday life, the PNP reminds the public that vigilance remains a shared responsibility. Through sustained enforcement, stronger public cooperation, and responsive policing, the PNP remains committed to protecting Filipinos online and offline—advancing the vision of a “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

30/10/2026

PNP-FDA TEAM HALTS ₱3.5-M UNREGISTERED COOKING OIL TRADE; FEMALE SUSPECT ARRESTED

A coordinated police operation in Batangas has put a stop to the sale of an estimated ₱3.5 million worth of unregistered and unlabeled cooking oil, underscoring the government’s continuing efforts to protect consumers from food products that bypass required safety and regulatory checks.

The operation, conducted under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), was carried out in coordination with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local health authorities in Lipa City on October 27.

The operation was conducted by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Batangas Provincial Field Unit, together with the Batangas Provincial Intelligence Unit, 1st Batangas Provincial Mobile Force Company, and Lipa City Police Station. The team recovered storage tanks, containers, and bottles containing cooking oil that were reportedly unregistered with the FDA and did not bear the required product labeling.

A female warehouse employee, identified only as “Cel,” was arrested during the operation after authorities reportedly found her engaged in the sale and trading of the products. The seized items are now under government custody for proper disposition and appropriate regulatory proceedings.

The enforcement activity was undertaken in coordination with the FDA and Lipa City Health Office as authorities strengthened efforts to ensure that food products being sold to the public comply with established safety and registration requirements.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the operation demonstrates the importance of police coordination with regulatory agencies in addressing violations that can directly affect consumers.

“Kapag pagkain ang ibinebenta sa publiko, dapat malinaw kung saan ito nanggaling at kung dumaan ito sa tamang proseso. Hindi lang ito tungkol sa enforcement; it is also about making sure that people can have confidence in the products they bring home for their families,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP emphasized that businesses involved in the manufacture, distribution, or sale of food products are expected to comply with existing laws and regulatory requirements. Republic Act No. 9711, or the Food and Drug Administration Act of 2009, prohibits the manufacture, distribution, sale, and offering for sale of food products without the required FDA authorization.

The operation is part of the PNP’s continuing efforts to strengthen coordinated law enforcement and address activities that may affect public welfare. It is aligned with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which calls for responsive, coordinated, and effective police action in addressing concerns that affect communities.

The PNP likewise continues to support the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in advancing public safety and protecting the welfare of Filipinos through strengthened enforcement and closer cooperation among government agencies.

As the case undergoes appropriate legal and regulatory proceedings, the PNP encourages businesses to observe all applicable requirements and reminds the public to remain vigilant when purchasing food products, particularly those with unclear labeling or origin.

The operation reflects the PNP’s continuing commitment to public protection through responsible and coordinated law enforcement—consistent with the “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

30/10/2026

HOT PURSUIT NETS THREE MURDER SUSPECTS IN NEGROS; FI****MS SEIZED

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested three suspects in a fatal shooting in San Enrique, Negros Occidental, on October 26, 2026, following a hot pursuit operation that led to their interception in Bago City.

The victim was riding a white motorcycle along the national highway in Sitio Asinan, Barangay Bagonawa, San Enrique, when armed suspects aboard a dark reddish vehicle allegedly tailed and shot him several times before fleeing the scene.

Personnel of the San Enrique Municipal Police Station immediately launched an investigation and hot pursuit operation. CCTV footage helped establish the suspected getaway vehicle’s direction of travel, while coordination with nearby police stations facilitated dragnet operations that led to the vehicle’s interception in Purok Crossing La Carlota, Barangay Don Jorge Araneta, Bago City.

The three arrested suspects, identified only by their aliases “Chris,” “KM,” and “Mar,” were taken into custody. Initial investigation identified “Chris” as the alleged driver, while “KM” and “Mar” were allegedly the gunmen. Police recovered fi****ms, am******on, and other evidence, including the vehicle believed to have been used in the shooting.

The suspects were brought to the San Enrique Municipal Police Station for documentation and further investigation. They face a potential charge of murder under Article 248 of the Revised Penal Code, along with an alleged violation of Republic Act No. 10591, or the Comprehensive Fi****ms and Am******on Regulation Act. One suspect was also informed of an alleged violation of Section 12, Article II of Republic Act No. 9165 after an improvised tooter was recovered from his possession. Appropriate charges are being prepared for filing before the Office of the Provincial Prosecutor in Bacolod City. Scene of the Crime Operatives were also requested to process the crime scene and collect evidence.

“This operation demonstrates our resolve to pursue suspects in violent crimes and build cases supported by properly collected evidence. We will not allow those responsible for taking innocent lives to evade accountability,” PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi titigil ang ating kapulisan hangga’t hindi napapanagot ang mga salarin. Sisikapin nating mabigyan ng hustisya ang biktima sa pamamagitan ng masusing imbestigasyon at wastong pagsasampa ng kaso,” he added.

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which strengthens law enforcement efforts to apprehend criminal suspects and protect communities.

Under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP remains committed to pursuing violent offenders, protecting lives, and upholding “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

30/10/2026

UNIFIED 911 ALERT LEADS TO SWIFT RECOVERY OF CARNAPPED LUXURY VAN IN MAKATI

Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, Philippine National Police (PNP), a timely emergency report through Unified 911 led to the swift recovery of a luxury van reported carnapped in Taguig City and the arrest of a former driver in Makati City on October 27, highlighting the value of quick reporting and prompt police action.

On the morning of October 27, the Makati City Police Station received the report concerning a black luxury van believed to have been taken from Taguig City. Responding personnel from Sub-Station 5 quickly located and intercepted the vehicle near Palm Drive and Park Square Street in Barangay San Lorenzo.

Police verification showed that the vehicle matched the details of a motor vehicle alarm filed in connection with a reported carnapping incident on September 9, 2026. The owner’s authorized representative later arrived at the police station and presented documents supporting the report, including information identifying the arrested former driver as the person who allegedly took and retained the vehicle.

The former driver was arrested for alleged violation of Republic Act No. 10883, or the New Anti-Carnapping Act of 2016. Three passengers who were with him were likewise brought to the police station for verification. The case is being prepared for appropriate legal proceedings before the Makati City Prosecutor’s Office.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the incident shows how public reporting and police responsiveness can work together to address emergencies.

“Kapag may emergency, every minute matters. The important thing is that people know where to reach us, and our responders are ready to act on the information. In this case, mabilis ang report, mabilis din ang police response,” PGen Nartatez said.

He emphasized that prompt action must always be matched with proper verification and coordination to ensure that police intervention is both effective and consistent with established procedures.

The incident forms part of the PNP’s continuing efforts to strengthen police responsiveness and operational coordination under its Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO). It likewise supports the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in making government services more accessible, responsive, and responsive to the needs of the public.

The PNP continues to encourage the public to immediately report emergencies and incidents through appropriate channels so that police personnel can assess the situation and provide timely assistance. These efforts reflect the continuing commitment to a “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)