May 23, 2025

Tag: PRO-5

  • Bicol Police Crack Down on Drugs, Seize PHP5 Million in Contraband, Arrest 37

    In a robust week of anti-drug operations from February 17 to 23, 2025, the Bicol region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-5) reported a significant haul of illegal substances valued at over PHP5 million. The crackdown led to the arrest of 37 suspects across the region’s six provinces and one city. PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andrei Dizon…

    Written by

    Mark Salazar

  • Bicol Police Vow to Crack Down on Vote Buying and Selling During May Elections

    LEGAZPI CITY – The Bicol region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-5) has pledged a robust enforcement of its anti-vote buying initiative, ‘Kontra Bigay’, ahead of the national and local elections scheduled for May 12. PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon emphasized the police force’s dedication to eradicating vote-buying and vote-selling, which includes the distribution of money,…

    Written by

    Rodel Jacinto

  • Bicol Police Vow Strict Enforcement Against Vote Buying in Upcoming Elections

    In a firm stance against electoral corruption, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) has pledged to rigorously implement its anti-vote buying initiative, ‘Kontra Bigay’, during the upcoming national and local elections on May 12. Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon, the director of PRO-5, emphasized their dedication to eradicating vote-buying and vote-selling, which includes the distribution…

    Written by

    Noemi Villanueva

  • Mass Promotion Ceremony Elevates Over 1,400 Bicol Police Officers

    In a significant event held at the Tagapagpatupad multi-purpose building in Albay province, over 1,400 officers from the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) were elevated to higher ranks on Thursday, February 6, 2025. The ceremony, attended by families, PRO-5 command, and officials from the National Police Commission (Napolcom), saw the officers taking their oaths…

    Written by

    Tessa Santos

  • Bicol Police Crack Down on Drug Trade, Seize P1.88 Million in Illegal Substances

    In a robust campaign against illegal drugs, the Bicol region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-5) has successfully seized drugs valued at PHP1.88 million and arrested 23 suspects over a week-long operation spanning from January 27 to February 2, 2025. According to PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon, the operations, which totaled 20, led to the confiscation…

    Written by

    Benigno Delos Santos

  • Bicol Region Sees Surge in Firearm Surrenders Amid Election Gun Ban

    In a significant move towards ensuring a peaceful electoral process, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) announced that 11 firearms were voluntarily surrendered for safekeeping. This action aligns with the ongoing enforcement of the election gun ban across the region. The announcement was made from the regional headquarters in Legazpi City, Albay. Brig. Gen.…

    Written by

    Janelle Sebastian

  • Police Nab High-Value Drug Suspect, Seize P4.08M Shabu in Naga City Sting

    In a significant blow to drug trafficking in the Bicol region, law enforcement officials from the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) successfully apprehended a high-value drug suspect and confiscated 600 grams of shabu, valued at PHP4.08 million, during a meticulously planned buy-bust operation in Naga City. The operation took place on Tuesday evening, January…

    Written by

    Manuel Castro

  • Bicol Police Honor Over 100 Officers for Exceptional Service

    In a significant ceremony held at Camp Simeon Ola, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) celebrated the dedication and hard work of its force. Over 100 officers from the motorcycle and bike patrol units were recognized for their outstanding contributions to regional safety and security. The event, led by PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andre…

    Written by

    Clarissa Soriano