Tag: firearms
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Massive Police Operation in Soccsksargen Nets 71 Suspects, Seizes Drugs and Weapons
In a sweeping daylong operation across the Soccsksargen region, law enforcement officials arrested 71 wanted individuals, including 31 linked to drug offenses, as announced by the Police Regional Office in Soccsksargen (PRO-12). The operation, which took place on Wednesday, spanned multiple areas including North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, and the cities of Kidapawan,…
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Soccsksargen Police Arrest 71 in Extensive Daylong Operation
In a sweeping operation across Soccsksargen, the local police force detained 71 suspects, including 31 linked to drug offenses, in a daylong effort on Wednesday. The operation, which covered North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, and the cities of Kidapawan, Tacurong, Koronadal, and General Santos, was detailed in a statement released by PRO-12 Director…
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Comelec Expresses Frustration Over Gun Ban Violations as Election Period Begins
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has voiced its disappointment regarding the number of individuals flouting the gun ban as the election period for the upcoming May 12 polls commenced. On Monday, Comelec Chairperson George Garcia announced that since the election period and gun ban started on January 12, 2025, there have been 80 recorded violations.…
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Pangasinan Police Arrest Four for Violating Election Gun Ban
In a series of enforcement actions, the Pangasinan police have apprehended four individuals for breaching the election gun ban that commenced on Sunday. The arrests were made in various locations across the province, highlighting the police’s commitment to maintaining order during the election period. The first arrest occurred in San Carlos City, where a 38-year-old…
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38 Firearms Handed Over to Police Before Election Gun Ban
In a proactive move before the election gun ban commenced on January 12, 2025, a total of 38 loose firearms were voluntarily surrendered to the police in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental. The firearms were turned in over the weekend of January 10 and 11, as reported by Lt. Stephen Polinar, the spokesperson for the Negros…
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PROCAR’s ‘Oplan Katok’ Initiative Collects 1,151 Firearms in 2024
In a significant effort to enhance public safety, the Police Regional Office-Cordillera Administrative Region (PROCAR) has successfully gathered 1,151 firearms throughout 2024. These firearms were collected through 1,202 police operations conducted from January 1 to December 31. According to Col. Carolina Lacuata, the PROCAR information officer, the majority of these firearms, totaling 1,038, were voluntarily…
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Nationwide Gun Ban to Begin on January 12 for Midterm Elections
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has announced that a comprehensive gun ban will be enforced across the country starting January 12, marking the commencement of the election period for the upcoming midterm elections. This measure aims to ensure a peaceful and secure voting environment. During a press briefing at Camp Crame, PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen.…
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Four Police Officers, Including Three Active and One AWOL, Arrested for Alleged Robbery Scheme in Bulacan
In a shocking turn of events, four police officers were apprehended in Bulacan on Saturday night, suspected of plotting a robbery. The arrests took place around 10:20 p.m. on El Camino Road in Barangay Perez, Meycauayan City. The officers involved were Cpl. Jayson Medallada and Staff Sgt. Mark Raian Vicente from Caloocan City Police Station,…
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Police Chief Urges Officers to Avoid Random Gunfire During New Year Celebrations
In Manila, Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan, the Director of Police Regional Office 3 in Central Luzon, has issued a stern warning to law enforcement officers against engaging in indiscriminate firing during New Year festivities. Maranan emphasized that the primary duty of the police is to safeguard the community and maintain peace. He stressed that officers…
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Police Chief Urges Officers to Avoid Reckless Shooting During New Year Festivities
In Manila, the head of the Police Regional Office 3 in Central Luzon, Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan, issued a stern warning to police officers against engaging in indiscriminate gunfire during New Year celebrations. Maranan emphasized that the role of the police is not only to enforce the law but also to serve as role models…
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