Tag: arrest

  • Two Fraudulent PAOCC Agents Arrested for Scamming Former POGO Employees

    In Manila, authorities have apprehended two individuals from a travel agency who falsely claimed to be part of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC). These imposters were caught soliciting funds from the relatives of former Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) employees. The arrests were made following a sting operation involving the PAOCC, the Criminal Investigation…

  • BARMM Mayor and Aides Arrested in Davao City for Gun Ban Violation

    In a significant enforcement action, Anwar Zumpaga Saluwang, the appointed mayor of Nabalawag in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), along with three of his aides, were apprehended at the Sirawan checkpoint in Davao City. The arrest occurred on Tuesday night, February 4, 2025, due to a breach of the election gun ban.…

  • BARMM Mayor and Aides Arrested in Davao for Gun Ban Violation

    In a significant enforcement action, Anwar Zumpaga Saluwang, the appointed mayor of Nabalawag in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), along with three of his aides, were apprehended at a checkpoint in Davao City. The arrest occurred on Tuesday night at the Sirawan checkpoint, where the group was found to be in violation…

  • Police Raid in Bulacan Uncovers Illegal Firearms and Drugs

    In a significant law enforcement operation, police in Bulacan raided a residence in Barangay Sumandig, San Ildefonso, on Monday afternoon, February 3, 2025. The raid led to the discovery of several illegal firearms and dried marijuana leaves, culminating in the arrest of a 47-year-old man known only as ‘Ed.’ The operation was carried out following…

  • Magsasaka Party-List Nominee Arrested for Murder; PNP Denies Abduction Claims

    Lejun dela Cruz, a member of the Magsasaka party-list, was apprehended in Pasig City on Sunday due to a murder charge, amidst denials from the Philippine National Police (PNP) of any abduction or assassination attempts. PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo clarified during a press conference at Camp Crame in Quezon City that dela Cruz…

  • Young Woman Arrested in Dumaguete with P3.4 Million in Suspected Shabu

    In a significant drug bust in Dumaguete City, a 21-year-old woman was apprehended on February 2, 2025, with approximately PHP3.4 million worth of suspected shabu. The arrest took place during a meticulously planned buy-bust operation in Purok Bliss, Barangay Talay. The suspect, originally from Bacong, was under intense police surveillance and considered a high-value target…

  • Police Arrest Two, Seize P2.3 Million in Smuggled Cigarettes in North Cotabato

    In a successful operation in Makilala, North Cotabato, police arrested two men and confiscated smuggled cigarettes valued at PHP2.3 million. The arrests were made after vigilant civilians tipped off the authorities about two minivans carrying contraband from Digos City, Davao del Sur, to North Cotabato. The drivers, identified only as ‘Mike’ and ‘Adzal,’ were apprehended…

  • Police Nab Two, Seize P2.3 Million in Smuggled Cigarettes in North Cotabato

    In a successful operation in Makilala, North Cotabato, law enforcement officers arrested two individuals and confiscated smuggled cigarettes valued at PHP2.3 million. The arrests occurred after vigilant civilians tipped off the police about two minivans transporting the illegal goods from Digos City, Davao del Sur, to North Cotabato on Wednesday. The suspects, identified only as…

  • Davao City Police Seize P3.4 Million in Illegal Drugs, Arrest Top Wanted Suspect

    In a significant blow to drug trafficking in Davao City, law enforcement officials successfully seized illegal drugs valued at PHP3.4 million. The operation, which took place on a Sunday in Doña Pilar Village, Barangay Sasa, was conducted by the Police Regional Office in the Davao Region (PRO-11). The raid led to the apprehension of a…

  • Two Chinese Nationals Detained at NAIA for Using Counterfeit Exit Documents

    In a recent crackdown at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 in Pasay City, two Chinese men were apprehended by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) for allegedly using fake exit clearances. The incident, which occurred last week, was disclosed by the BI on Monday, January 27, 2025. The arrested individuals, identified as Wang Changru,…