Tag: gun ban

  • Over 1,200 Detained for Election Offenses in Nationwide Crackdown

    In a significant nationwide operation, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has detained 1,234 individuals for violations related to the ongoing elections, as revealed by the Election Monitoring System. The data, spanning from January 11 to February 27, points to arrests connected to breaches of the Commission on Elections’ gun ban and other election-associated crimes. Among…

  • Gunmen Attack Village Councilor and Husband in Isabela City, Basilan

    In a disturbing incident in Isabela City, Basilan, a village councilor and her husband were shot while riding a motorcycle. The attack took place around 8:35 p.m. on Wednesday, marking the first shooting incident in the city since the election gun ban was implemented on January 12. The victims, identified as 51-year-old Rowena Repono, a…

  • Mimaropa Region Reports No Election-Related Incidents Amid Tight Security

    The Mimaropa region, encompassing Oriental and Occidental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan, has maintained a clean record with no election-related incidents since the election period commenced on January 12, according to the Police Regional Office (PRO) 4B. Brig. Gen. Roger Quesada, the head of PRO-4B, emphasized the region’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful and orderly…

  • Bicol’s Department of Education Gears Up for Midterm Elections

    LEGAZPI CITY – The Department of Education in Bicol, known as DepEd-5, has begun the process of preparing its classrooms and training its teachers for the upcoming national and local elections scheduled for May 12. According to DepEd-5 Director Gilbert Sadsad, approximately 30,000 teachers are expected to take on roles as election board inspectors, though…

  • Philippine National Police Arrests 971 for Gun Ban Violations Since Election Period Began

    Since the start of the election period on January 12, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has apprehended 971 individuals for breaching the gun ban, according to a statement released on Monday. The arrests were detailed by PNP information chief Col. Randulf Tuaño during a press conference at Camp Crame, Quezon City. According to the National…

  • 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 Reports Peaceful Start to Election Campaign

    The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced that the initial day of the 90-day campaign period for national candidates passed without significant disturbances. According to the PNP’s National Election Monitoring Action Center (NEMAC), the country experienced a calm start to the election season. The PNP encouraged candidates, their supporters, and the public to maintain peace and…

  • PNP Chief Vows to Safeguard Elections Amid Political Campaigns

    MANILA – As the campaign period for senators and party-list representatives begins on February 11, Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil has pledged to maintain strict vigilance to prevent any disruptions. Marbil emphasized that the PNP will enforce the law rigorously against any actions that provoke violence, intimidate voters, or undermine the…

  • Antique Police Chief Urges Newly Promoted Officers to Uphold Service During Upcoming Elections

    In a ceremony held at the provincial headquarters in San Jose de Buenavista, Antique, the Antique Provincial Police Office (APPO) celebrated the promotion of several officers. APPO Director Col. Lea Rose Peña, during the event on February 6, 2025, emphasized the increased responsibilities that come with their new ranks, particularly in light of the upcoming…