Tag: Central Luzon
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Central Luzon Police Seize 101 Firearms, Arrest 103 in Gun Ban Crackdown
In a robust enforcement of the election gun ban, the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) in Central Luzon reported the seizure of 101 firearms and the arrest of 103 individuals between January 12 and January 28, 2025. PRO3 Chief Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo highlighted the operation’s success during a press briefing on January 30, emphasizing…
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Mimaropa Sees Significant Crime Drop in Early 2025, Central Luzon Arrests Surge
In the first 26 days of 2025, the Mimaropa region experienced a notable decline in crime, with a 23.76% reduction reported by the Police Regional Office (PRO-4B). This region, encompassing Oriental and Occidental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan, saw crime incidents fall from 383 to 292 compared to the same period in the previous year.…
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Taguig Police Seize P4.8M Shabu in Sting Operation, Arrest High-Value Female Suspect
In a significant blow to drug trafficking in Taguig City, local police successfully conducted a buy-bust operation on Wednesday night, leading to the arrest of 33-year-old Sherhana Hatae, identified as a high-value target. The operation, executed around 11:40 p.m. in Barangay South Signal, resulted in the seizure of three plastic bags containing 708.5 grams of…
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Taguig Police Seize P4.8 Million Shabu in Sting Operation
In a significant blow to drug trafficking, the Taguig City Police Station successfully conducted a buy-bust operation, leading to the arrest of a high-value female suspect, Sherhana Hatae, aged 33. The operation, which took place in Barangay South Signal around 11:40 p.m. on Wednesday, resulted in the seizure of shabu valued at approximately PHP4.8 million.…
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20 New People’s Army Members Surrender in Central Luzon, Embrace Peace
In a significant move towards peace, the Philippine National Police (PNP) announced that 20 members and supporters of the New People’s Army (NPA) turned themselves in to authorities over a three-day period from January 16 to 18, as part of the government’s Oplan ‘Balik-Loob’ initiative. The Police Regional Office-Region-Central Luzon (PRO-3) reported that the majority…
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20 New People’s Army Members and Supporters Surrender in Central Luzon
In a significant move towards peace, the Philippine National Police announced that 20 individuals associated with the New People’s Army (NPA) turned themselves in to authorities in Central Luzon over a three-day period from January 16 to 18. This surrender was facilitated through the government’s Oplan ‘Balik-Loob’ initiative. The Police Regional Office-Region-Central Luzon (PRO-3) reported…
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New Bishops to Be Installed in Three Central Luzon Dioceses
The dioceses of Cabanatuan, Tarlac, and Balanga in Central Luzon are preparing to welcome their newly appointed bishops. The installation ceremonies for Bishop Prudencio Andaya Jr. in Cabanatuan, Bishop-elect Rufino Sescon in Balanga, and Bishop Roberto Mallari in Tarlac are scheduled for February and March. The Diocese of Cabanatuan announced that Andaya will be installed…
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25 Arrested in Central Luzon on First Day of Election Gun Ban
On the inaugural day of the election gun ban, 25 individuals were apprehended in Central Luzon for firearm violations, as reported by the Police Regional Office (PRO) 3 on Monday. The arrests took place on January 12, 2025, marking the start of the gun ban period for the upcoming midterm elections, which will continue until…
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Three High-Profile Fugitives Captured in Central Luzon Crackdown
In a significant crackdown on crime, law enforcement in Central Luzon has successfully apprehended three high-profile fugitives, including the region’s top most wanted individual. The arrests took place across different locations within the region, showcasing the coordinated efforts of various police units. The first arrest occurred in Cabanatuan City, where Bryan Brigole, identified as the…
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Central Luzon’s 12 Municipalities Flagged as High-Risk for May Elections
The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO-3) has pinpointed 12 municipalities in Central Luzon as potential hotspots for the upcoming May midterm elections, recommending them to the Commission on Elections (Comelec) for heightened surveillance. Although the exact locations remain undisclosed, these areas span across Nueva Ecija, Bataan, Bulacan, and Pampanga, according to PRO-3 Director Brig. Gen.…
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