Tag: Arrests
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Bicol Police Crack Down on Drugs, Seize PHP5 Million in Contraband, Arrest 37
In a robust week of anti-drug operations from February 17 to 23, 2025, the Bicol region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-5) reported a significant haul of illegal substances valued at over PHP5 million. The crackdown led to the arrest of 37 suspects across the region’s six provinces and one city. PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andrei Dizon…
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Fatal Shootout During Drug Raid in Maguindanao Sur: Operator Killed, Two Arrested
In a dramatic turn of events during a drug bust in Buluan, Maguindanao del Sur, a suspected drug den operator was killed, and two others were apprehended on Thursday afternoon. The operation, led by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), unfolded in Barangay Siling, resulting in a tense confrontation between law enforcement and the suspects.…
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Davao City Police Crack Down on Drug Trade, Arrest 22 in Major Operations
In a significant crackdown on illegal drug activities, the Davao City police have arrested 22 individuals and confiscated drugs valued at approximately PHP2 million. The operations, which spanned from Tuesday to Wednesday, were part of a broader initiative by the Police Regional Office in Davao (PRO-11), as announced on Thursday. Brig. Gen. Leon Victor Rosete,…
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Police Operations in Nueva Ecija Result in Arrest of Three Top Fugitives
In a significant crackdown on crime, the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO-3) successfully apprehended three of Nueva Ecija’s most wanted criminals in a series of operations conducted on Monday. The arrests, which took place across different locations in the province, were highlighted by PRO-3 as a testament to their dedication to enhancing public safety and…
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Metro Manila Police Seize PHP124 Million in Drugs, Arrest Nearly 2,000 Suspects
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) reported a significant haul of narcotics valued at PHP124 million during operations conducted from January 1 to February 15. Acting chief Brig. Gen. Anthony Aberin detailed the seizure, which included 15.26 kg of shabu valued at PHP103.79 million, 146.77 kg of marijuana leaves worth PHP17.61 million, and smaller…
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Quezon City Police Arrest 282 in Week-Long Crackdown on Crime
In a robust effort to combat crime, the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) apprehended 282 individuals during a week-long operation spanning February 9 to 15. Acting Director Col. Melecio Buslig Jr. reported that the arrests included a diverse group of offenders: 134 wanted individuals, 101 illegal gamblers, 41 drug suspects, and six people caught with…
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PDEA Nabs Five in Major Drug Bust in Bulacan, Seizes P47.6M Shabu
In a significant operation against drug trafficking, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) successfully conducted a buy-bust operation in Malolos City, Bulacan, leading to the arrest of five individuals. The operation, which took place on the evening of February 15, 2025, in Barangay Tikay, resulted in the seizure of seven kilograms of shabu, valued at…
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Senator Demands Arrest of Filipino POGO Workers Involved in Illegal Activities
Senator Raffy Tulfo has expressed strong criticism over the handling of raids on illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), highlighting a perceived disparity in treatment between Filipino and foreign workers. During a Senate public hearing, Tulfo pointed out that while foreign nationals caught in POGO raids are detained and deported, Filipino workers receive government assistance.…
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Three Arrested for Selling Counterfeit Government IDs Online in the Philippines
In a crackdown on cybercrime, the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) announced the arrest of three individuals involved in the online sale of fake government identification cards. The arrests took place in separate operations across the country. In Quezon City, a woman known as ‘Marie’ was apprehended on February 5 during an entrapment…
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