Tag: firearms
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Police Operations in Negros Occidental Yield P3.6 Million in Shabu and Firearms
In a series of successful anti-drug operations across Bacolod and San Carlos cities in Negros Occidental, law enforcement officials confiscated shabu worth PHP3.6 million along with various weapons. The Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) executed two significant buy-bust operations on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. The first operation, conducted at around 1 a.m. in Purok Gonzaga…
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Nine NPA Rebels in Northern Samar Surrender, Hand Over Six Firearms
In a significant move towards peace, nine members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Northern Samar have surrendered to the Philippine Army’s 19th Infantry Battalion. The surrender took place on February 15, 2025, and was reported by the military on February 17. The group, part of the NPA’s sub-regional guerrilla unit, handed over a…
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Aurora Election Candidates Voluntarily Surrender 12 Firearms
In a significant move towards ensuring peace during the upcoming midterm elections, candidates in Aurora have voluntarily surrendered a total of 12 firearms to the Aurora Police Provincial Office (APPO). The handover took place at the APPO Conference Room in Camp Captain Victor Ravina, Baler, Aurora, on February 14, 2025. The surrendered weapons included a…
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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.…
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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.…
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Nueva Ecija Police Crack Down on Crime, Arrest 11 and Seize Drugs and Guns
In a series of operations across Nueva Ecija on Monday, February 10, 2025, local police apprehended 11 individuals and confiscated illegal drugs and firearms. The operations spanned multiple cities and towns, showcasing a broad sweep against criminal activities in the region. Among those arrested was the eighth most wanted person in San Jose City, captured…
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Two Arrested in Negros Oriental for Violating Election Gun Ban
In Negros Oriental, two individuals were apprehended this week for breaching the Commission on Elections’ (Comelec) gun ban, according to a police spokesperson on Tuesday. Lt. Stephen Polinar from the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOPPO) reported that the arrests occurred on separate occasions Monday night. One suspect was detained at a checkpoint, while the…
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Northern Mindanao Police Seize Millions in Drugs and Smuggled Cigarettes in January Crackdown
In a robust display of law enforcement, the Police Regional Office in Northern Mindanao (PRO-10) announced the seizure of illegal drugs valued at PHP29.6 million and smuggled cigarettes worth PHP38.9 million during January. The operations, which took place across the region, also resulted in the apprehension of 509 individuals involved in drug trafficking, smuggling, and…
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Bicol Police Arrest 120, Seize P17 Million in Drugs During January Operations
In a significant crackdown on illegal drug activities, the Bicol Police Regional Office (PRO-5) reported the arrest of 120 individuals and the seizure of PHP17.2 million worth of illegal drugs in January 2025. The operations, which spanned across the region, resulted in the confiscation of 2.53 kilograms of shabu and 52.60 grams of marijuana, as…
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