Tag: Police Operations
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Northern Mindanao Police Crack Down on Drugs, Seize PHP38 Million in 100 Days
In a robust campaign against illegal activities, the Northern Mindanao police, under the leadership of Brigadier General Jaysen de Guzman, have arrested 2,324 individuals and confiscated drugs valued at over PHP38 million in the last 100 days. The crackdown, which started on September 26, 2024, and ran through January 4, included 683 anti-drug operations, resulting…
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Metro Manila Sees Significant Crime Reduction, NCRPO Reports
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) announced a substantial 23.73% decrease in crime incidents in Metro Manila, spanning from November 23, 2024, to January 15, 2025. Acting chief Brig. Gen. Anthony Aberin highlighted that only 768 crimes were reported during this timeframe, a sharp decline from the 1,007 incidents recorded in the previous year’s…
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Metro Manila Sees Significant Drop in Crime Rates, NCRPO Reports
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) announced a substantial 23.73% decrease in crime incidents in Metro Manila, spanning from November 23, 2024, to January 15, 2025. Acting chief Brig. Gen. Anthony Aberin highlighted that only 768 crimes were reported during this timeframe, a sharp decline from the 1,007 incidents recorded in the previous year’s…
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Western Visayas Police Seize P25.6 Million in Illegal Drugs Over Three Weeks
In a significant crackdown on illegal drug activities, the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas (PRO6) reported the seizure of illegal drugs valued at PHP25.6 million over a three-week period. The operations, spanning from December 15, 2024, to January 5, 2025, led to the arrest of 140 suspects across 95 operations. The confiscated drugs included…
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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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Police Operations in Western Visayas Net PHP1.7 Million in Shabu, Arrest 64
In a sweeping 24-hour operation across Western Visayas, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 6 successfully confiscated shabu valued at PHP1.7 million and apprehended 23 individuals involved in drug activities. The operations, which kicked off at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, led to the seizure of around 256 grams of illegal substances. Among those arrested, three were…
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Police Operations in Western Visayas Net PHP1.7 Million in Shabu, Arrest 64 Suspects
In a sweeping 24-hour operation across Western Visayas, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 6 successfully seized PHP1.7 million worth of suspected shabu and apprehended 64 individuals, including 23 drug suspects and 41 wanted persons. The operations, which kicked off at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, involved 21 anti-drug initiatives that led to the confiscation of around…
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Iloilo City Police Intensify Crackdown on Illegal ‘Boga’ Firecrackers
The Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO) has ramped up its efforts to curb the use of the illegal ‘boga,’ a homemade cannon used as a noisemaker during New Year celebrations. On Thursday, police operations led to the seizure of 34 boga devices, highlighting the ongoing campaign against these dangerous items. ICPO Director Col. Kim Legada…
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Davao Police Arrest 64, Seize P2 Million in Drugs During Week-Long Crackdown
In a concerted effort spanning December 2-8, the Davao Region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-11) executed a series of operations that culminated in the apprehension of 64 suspects and the confiscation of illegal drugs valued at PHP2 million. The crackdown was highlighted by Brig. Gen. Leon Victor Rosete, the director of PRO-11, who detailed the seizure…
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Bicol Police Intensify Crackdown on Illegal Firearms Ahead of 2025 Elections
In a robust effort to secure the upcoming 2025 elections, the Bicol region’s Police Regional Office 5 (PRO5) has escalated its campaign against illegal firearms, resulting in the seizure, confiscation, and recovery of 965 assorted weapons. This initiative, spanning from December 11, 2023, to November 24, 2024, was showcased by PRO5 Regional Director Brig. Gen.…
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