Tag: Checkpoints

  • Northern Mindanao Police Arrest 29 for Gun Ban Violations in Month-Long Operation

    In a concerted effort to uphold election security, the Police Regional Office in Northern Mindanao (PRO-10) has apprehended 29 individuals for breaching the election gun ban over the course of a month. The operation, which spanned from January 12 to February 12, involved setting up more than 13,400 checkpoints across the region. PRO-10 Director Brig.…

  • Northern Mindanao Police Arrest 29 for Election Gun Ban Violations in Month-Long Operation

    In a concerted effort to uphold election security, the Police Regional Office in Northern Mindanao (PRO-10) apprehended 29 individuals for breaching the election gun ban over the course of a month. The operation, which spanned from January 12 to February 12, involved setting up more than 13,400 checkpoints across the region. PRO-10 Director Brig. Gen.…

  • Philippine National Police Recalls 674 Bodyguards in Preparation for Midterm Elections

    In a strategic move to bolster security measures for the upcoming midterm elections, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has recalled 674 officers who were previously assigned as bodyguards. This decision was announced by PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo during a press conference at Camp Crame. The recalled officers were previously tasked with protecting 445…

  • Philippine National Police Recalls 674 Bodyguards Ahead of Midterm Elections

    In preparation for the upcoming midterm elections, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has recalled 674 officers who were serving as bodyguards. This move was announced by PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo during a press conference at Camp Crame. The recalled officers include 445 who were protecting government officials, with the rest assigned to 197…

  • Northern Mindanao’s Election Checkpoints in Full Swing to Secure Midterm Elections

    In a concerted effort to ensure a peaceful and orderly midterm election on May 12, checkpoints throughout Northern Mindanao are now fully operational. The police have already made their first arrest under the election gun ban, which commenced on Sunday, signaling a strict enforcement of election laws. On Monday, in Musuan, Valencia City, Bukidnon, police…

  • Police in Central Visayas Call for Public Cooperation at Election Checkpoints

    In Cebu City, law enforcement officials from Central Visayas are appealing to the public for full cooperation at the Commission on Elections (Comelec) checkpoints, which were set up on Sunday to enforce a nationwide gun ban in preparation for the 2025 midterm elections. Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan, the director of the Police Regional Office-Central Visayas,…

  • Philippine National Police Arrest 31 and Seize 80 Firearms on First Day of Election Gun Ban

    On the inaugural day of the gun ban for the upcoming midterm elections, the Philippine National Police (PNP) reported the arrest of 31 individuals across the country. The arrests included 26 civilians, three security guards, a government employee from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, and a private first class member of the Armed…

  • Philippine National Police Arrest 31, Seize 80 Firearms on First Day of Election Gun Ban

    On the inaugural day of the gun ban for the upcoming midterm elections, the Philippine National Police (PNP) reported the arrest of 31 individuals across the country. The arrests, which took place on January 12, 2025, included 26 civilians, three security guards, one government employee from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, and a…

  • Baguio City Prepares for Midterm Elections with Checkpoints Starting January 12

    Baguio City is gearing up for the May 2025 midterm elections with the implementation of checkpoints and a gun ban starting January 12. Atty. John Paul Martin, the city’s election officer, announced the revival of the Joint Security Command Center (JSCC) to ensure coordinated efforts among authorities for a peaceful election process. The JSCC has…

  • Antique Braces for Election Period with Checkpoints and Gun Ban Enforcement

    As the election period approaches, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Antique, in collaboration with the Antique Provincial Police Office (APPO), is gearing up to establish checkpoints across the province. This initiative is set to begin on January 12, coinciding with the start of the election period and the enforcement of a gun ban. Wil…