Tag: Crime
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Mimaropa’s Notorious Couple Apprehended in Rizal
In a significant law enforcement operation, a couple identified as key figures on Mimaropa’s most wanted list was captured in Rizal province. The arrest was executed by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), as announced on Friday. The duo, known by the aliases Andres and Marites, ranked as the second and third most wanted…
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Local Officials Face Charges for Neglecting POGO Operations
In a significant crackdown on Philippine Overseas Gaming Operations (POGOs), the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) has announced that local government officials are now facing legal action for their failure to curb these activities within their areas. PAOCC Executive Director Undersecretary Gilbert Cruz highlighted that these officials cannot feign ignorance, as POGO operations are often…
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Local Officials Face Charges for Neglecting POGO Operations in Their Areas
In a significant crackdown on Philippine Overseas Gaming Operations (POGOs), the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) has announced that local government officials are now facing legal action for their failure to curb these activities within their jurisdictions. PAOCC Executive Director Undersecretary Gilbert Cruz highlighted that local executives cannot feign ignorance about the POGO operations, which…
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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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Senator Urges Continued Crackdown on POGO Residues
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has urged for ongoing efforts to combat the remnants of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), following a significant operation in Bagac, Bataan that rescued 900 alleged POGO workers. The senator’s call comes in the wake of the December 31, 2024, deadline for POGO operations to cease, emphasizing the need to eradicate criminal…
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Police Seize PHP20.4 Million Shabu, Arrest Key Suspect in Bulacan Raid
In a significant blow to drug trafficking, the Philippine National Police’s anti-drug unit apprehended a high-profile suspect and confiscated PHP20.4 million worth of shabu during an early morning operation in Bulacan on Tuesday. The operation took place in Barangay Tungkong Mangga, San Jose del Monte City, where 33-year-old alias ‘Marvin’ was captured at around 4:55…
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Bicol Police Arrest Over 1,400 Drug Suspects, Seize PHP276 Million in Illegal Drugs in 2024
In a significant crackdown on illegal activities in the Bicol region throughout 2024, the Police Regional Office (PRO-5) reported the arrest of 1,459 individuals suspected of drug-related offenses. The operations, which spanned across the six provinces of the region, led to the seizure of illegal drugs valued at over PHP276 million. Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon,…
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Metro Manila Police Nab Three High-Profile Fugitives in Early 2025 Operations
In a series of successful operations at the start of 2025, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) captured three of Metro Manila’s most wanted criminals. The arrests took place over the first three days of the year, showcasing the NCRPO’s commitment to public safety. On January 3, in Barangay 73, Caloocan City, the police…
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NCRPO Captures Three High-Profile Fugitives in Early 2025 Operations
In a series of successful operations at the start of 2025, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has detained three of the most sought-after criminals in Metro Manila. The arrests took place over the first three days of the year, showcasing the NCRPO’s commitment to public safety. On January 3, authorities nabbed the sixth-ranked…
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Police Nab Five High-Value Drug Suspects, Seize P4.7 Million in Shabu in Taguig
In a significant crackdown on illegal drugs, the Philippine National Police’s Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) arrested five high-value individuals (HVIs) in Taguig City, confiscating over PHP4.7 million worth of suspected shabu. The arrests took place during a meticulously planned sting operation on Monday, December 23, 2024. The first arrests occurred around 5:45 p.m. on Langka…
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