ITMatters at PNP

15/06/2026

PNP MESSAGE FOR THE 128TH PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY

On this historic day, we join the entire nation in celebrating the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence.

This year’s theme, “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan,” reminds us that freedom is not only a legacy of our heroes’ sacrifice, but also a continuing responsibility to protect and uphold for future generations.

The Philippine National Police stands in full commitment to safeguard the gains of our independence by ensuring peace, order, and security in every community we serve. We honor the courage of our forebears by remaining steadfast in our duty—firm, disciplined, and always in service of the Filipino people.

As we celebrate this day of national pride, may we continue to embody the true spirit of independence through unity, patriotism, and shared responsibility for a safer and stronger Philippines.

Maligayang Araw ng Kalayaan sa ating lahat!

PGEN JOSE MELENCIO C. NARTATEZ, JR.
Chief, Philippine National Police

15/06/2026

ITMS proudly recognized the promotion of NUP Emilio G Raro, Jr and NUP Hazel D Sablay in a meaningful Oathtaking Ceremony.

Presided by the Director, ITMS, Police Brigadier General Romy I Palgue, the ceremony highlighted that every promotion carries a deeper purpose, to lead with integrity, professionalism, and commitment in support of the ITMS mission. Beyond technical expertise, Police Brigadier General Palgue also emphasized the importance of humility, character, and service-oriented leadership in accomplishing the goals of this Service.

ITMS reaffirms its support to the PNP Focused Agenda, under the leadership of the Chief, PNP Police General Jose Melencio C Nartatez, Jr, particularly under Morale and Welfare, which reinforces that our personnel are our greatest asset.

Congratulations to NUP Raro and NUP Sablay on their well-deserved promotion. May this milestone inspire continued growth, meaningful service, and greater contributions to ITMS in support of a “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

15/06/2026

PNP, DEPED AT CAMP CRAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NAGKAISA PARA SA MAS LIGTAS NA MGA MAG-AARAL

Ang kaligtasan sa lansangan ay hindi lamang natututunan sa kalsada—ito ay hinuhubog sa loob ng silid-aralan at isinasabuhay araw-araw. Sa layuning maitanim ang disiplina at tamang kaalaman sa murang edad, nagsanib-puwersa ang Philippine National Police (PNP), Department of Education (DepEd), at Camp Crame Elementary School sa isang makabuluhang programa para sa mga mag-aaral.

Sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni PNP Chief, PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., matagumpay na isinagawa noong Hunyo 11, 2026 ng Highway Patrol Group (HPG) – Police Community Relations Section, sa pakikipagtulungan sa Camp Crame Elementary School sa pangunguna ni Dr. Winston J. Luna, Principal, ang Road Safety Awareness and Information Lecture na dinaluhan ng humigit-kumulang 1,000 mag-aaral sa elementarya at kanilang mga g**o.

Sa isinagawang programa, tinalakay sa mga kalahok ang mahahalagang tuntunin sa trapiko, tamang pagtawid sa kalsada, at kahalagahan ng pagiging maingat at disiplinado sa paggamit ng mga pampublikong daanan. Sa pamamagitan ng mga interaktibong talakayan at mga gawaing pang-edukasyon, mas napalalim ang kanilang kaalaman sa kaligtasan sa kalsada at ang kanilang pananagutan bilang kabataang mamamayan.

Bilang bahagi rin ng paghahanda para sa tag-ulan, namahagi ang HPG ng mga kapote at payong sa mga mag-aaral upang makatulong sa kanilang kaligtasan at proteksyon habang pumapasok at umuuwi sa paaralan.

Ang inisyatibong ito ay sumasalamin sa patuloy na pagtutulungan ng PNP at DepEd sa pagtataguyod ng kultura ng disiplina, kaligtasan, at pananagutang sibiko sa hanay ng kabataan. Layunin nitong mahubog ang mga mag-aaral bilang responsable, mapanuri, at ligtas na gumagamit ng mga lansangan at pampublikong lugar.

Ang PNP ay patuloy na isinusulong ang PNP Focused Agenda—isang gabay sa patuloy na pagbabago at pagpapaunlad ng serbisyo upang higit itong maging makabuluhan at mas malapit sa mamamayan. Kabilang sa mga pangunahing prayoridad nito ang Enhanced Managing Police Operations at Active Community Support, na nagbibigay-diin sa pagpapalakas ng pakikipag-ugnayan sa mga paaralan, komunidad, at iba pang katuwang upang maisulong ang kaligtasan at responsableng pagkamamamayan.

“Road safety education is one of the best investments we can make for our children. By teaching them the right habits today, we help build safer communities for tomorrow. Ang bawat batang natututong sumunod sa batas-trapiko ay hakbang tungo sa mas ligtas na kinabukasan para sa ating lahat,” ani PNP Chief, PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr.

Sa hiwalay na pahayag, sinabi rin ni PGEN Nartatez:

“The PNP will continue working hand in hand with schools and communities to protect and guide our youth beyond law enforcement. Patuloy nating palalakasin ang mga programang nagbibigay-kaalaman at humuhubog sa kabataan upang maging responsable at mapagmalasakit na mamamayan.”

Sa pamamagitan ng mga programang nagtuturo ng tamang asal, disiplina, at pag-iingat sa lansangan, patuloy na pinagtitibay ng PNP ang ugnayan nito sa sektor ng edukasyon upang makalikha ng mas ligtas na kapaligiran para sa bawat batang Pilipino.

Habang patuloy na pinalalakas ng PNP ang mga programang nagtataguyod ng kaligtasan at kamalayan ng mamamayan, patuloy nitong pinatitibay ang adhikain ng “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

15/06/2026

PNP CAPTURES NORTHERN SAMAR’S NO. 1 MOST WANTED FOR STATUTORY R**E CASE

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., scored another significant accomplishment in its intensified campaign against wanted persons with the arrest of Northern Samar’s No. 1 Most Wanted Person for Statutory R**e during an operation conducted on June 12, 2026, in Barangay Washington, Catarman, Northern Samar.

The accused, an 18-year-old Filipino male and resident of Lapinig, Northern Samar, was apprehended by virtue of a Warrant of Arrest for Statutory R**e under Republic Act No. 8353 (Anti-R**e Law of 1997), as amended by Republic Act No. 11648. The warrant was issued by the Regional Trial Court, Branch 38, 8th Judicial Region, Gamay, Northern Samar, with no bail recommended.

The successful operation was carried out by personnel of the 2nd Northern Samar Provincial Mobile Force Company, in partnership with the Catarman Municipal Police Station and the 803rd Maneuver Company, Philippine Army. Following his arrest, the accused was placed under the custody of the Catarman Municipal Police Station for documentation and proper disposition before his turnover to the issuing court.

“This arrest demonstrates the unwavering commitment of the Philippine National Police to locate and bring to justice individuals facing serious criminal charges. No matter how long it takes, we will continue to pursue offenders and uphold the rule of law to protect every Filipino community,” PNP Chief PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi titigil ang PNP hangga’t naihaharap sa hukuman ang mga taong may pananagutan at naibibigay sa mga biktima ang katarungan. Patuloy naming gagampanan ang aming tungkulin para sa kapakanan ng bawat mamamayan,” he added.

This accomplishment reflects the PNP’s commitment to its PNP Focused Agenda, a strategic framework for transformation designed to make police service more responsive, professional, and accountable. Anchored on its key priorities, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, the PNP continues to strengthen law enforcement efforts by intensifying operations against wanted persons and ensuring that offenders are brought before the courts.

As the PNP strengthens its campaign against wanted persons and reinforces public safety under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

10/06/2026

PNP NABS ONLINE PALUWAGAN OPERATOR; P6.1-M FRAUD CASE, AFP PERSONNEL VICTIMIZED

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, PNP, arrested a 26-year-old female online seller in Cabanatuan City on June 7, 2026 in an operation led by the Nueva Ecija Police Provincial Office for her alleged involvement in an online paluwagan investment scheme that victimized several individuals, including an Armed Forces of the Philippines personnel.

Investigation showed that the suspect allegedly recruited participants into her online paluwagan arrangement, promising scheduled payouts and financial returns in exchange for monetary contributions. However, complainants later failed to receive the promised payouts when they became due, prompting multiple complaints.

Among the victims were an AFP personnel, business owners, an online seller, and a student. Total investments reached Php 6,165,000.00, while the unpaid expected payouts amounted to Php 1,130,000.00, based on initial records gathered by investigators.

The suspect was brought to the Cabanatuan City Police Station for documentation and proper disposition. Appropriate charges for estafa and other violations are being prepared for filing before the Office of the Prosecutor.

The PNP, through its PNP Focused Agenda—a transformation-driven framework aimed at making police service more responsive, trustworthy, and felt by the public—underscored continued efforts under its Enhanced Managing Police Operations priority, reinforcing proactive law enforcement actions against online financial fraud schemes and ensuring the prompt arrest of individuals involved in such illegal activities.

PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said: “The PNP will not tolerate individuals who use digital platforms to deceive and exploit the public. We are intensifying efforts to hold scammers accountable and ensure that justice is served for victims of fraud.”

“Pinaaalalahanan natin ang publiko—huwag magtiwala agad sa online investment na walang sapat na beripikasyon. Ingatan ang pinaghirapang pera,” he added.

As the PNP intensifies its campaign against online investment fraud under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

10/06/2026

PNP ARRESTS 2 IN HOT PURSUIT OVER TEACHER’S SLAY IN EASTERN SAMAR

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested two suspects during a hot pursuit operation following the killing of a teacher whose body was found in Barangay Alang-Alang, Quinapondan, Eastern Samar on June 8, 2026.

The operation was launched by the Quinapondan Municipal Police Station and the Sta. Rita Municipal Police Station, with operational support from the 805th Maneuver Company, Regional Mobile Force Battalion 8. The sustained pursuit led to the arrest of aliases “Joel” and “Jeric” in Barangay Guinbalot-an, Sta. Rita, Samar.

After their arrest, the suspects were informed of their constitutional rights and placed under police custody. They were later turned over to the Quinapondan Municipal Police Station for proper documentation and the filing of appropriate charges.

Investigators also recovered the victim’s motorcycle, which the suspects used in fleeing the crime scene. The vehicle is now under the custody of the Sta. Rita Municipal Police Station while investigators continue to gather evidence and establish the circumstances surrounding the case.

“This arrest demonstrates that those who commit violent crimes cannot simply evade the law by fleeing from one place to another. Our police forces will relentlessly pursue offenders and ensure that they are brought before the justice system,” said PGEN Nartatez.

“Hindi kami titigil hangga’t napapanagot ang mga taong sangkot sa karumal-dumal na krimen. Malinaw ang mensahe namin—walang lugar ang mga kriminal sa ating mga komunidad,” he added.

The accomplishment reflects the PNP’s continued implementation of its PNP Focused Agenda—a transformation-driven framework designed to make police service more responsive, trusted, and felt by the public. Among its key priorities, Enhanced Managing Police Operations remains vital in strengthening law enforcement capabilities, sustaining pursuit operations, and ensuring the immediate apprehension of individuals involved in serious crimes.

“Every successful operation strengthens public confidence in law enforcement and reinforces our commitment to protect communities from criminal elements. We will continue to act decisively against those who threaten peace and public safety,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Sa bawat pag-aresto sa mga taong lumalabag sa batas, ipinapakita natin na may kakayahan at determinasyon ang kapulisan na protektahan ang mamamayan at panatilihin ang kaayusan,” he added.

As the PNP intensifies its efforts to track down and apprehend individuals involved in violent crimes, under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

10/06/2026

PNP SUSTAINS ANTI-CRIMINALITY DRIVE, ARRESTS 14 WANTED INDIVIDUALS

The Philippine National Police (PNP) recorded the arrest of 14 wanted persons in separate law enforcement operations nationwide from June 8 to June 9, 2026, as part of its intensified campaign against fugitives from justice.

Among the notable arrests was a 50-year-old male listed as the Top 8 Regional Most Wanted Person in Quezon Province, who was apprehended in General Nakar, Quezon. The suspect was facing multiple charges involving statutory qualified r**e and acts of lasciviousness.

Also arrested were a No. 7 Regional Most Wanted Person in Surigao del Sur wanted for qualified r**e; a No. 7 Regional Most Wanted Person in Lapu-Lapu City facing a sexual assault case; a No. 6 Regional Most Wanted Person in Cavite wanted for murder; a No. 4 Regional Most Wanted Person facing an illegal recruitment case; two No. 9 Regional Most Wanted Persons wanted for murder and statutory r**e, respectively; and two No.10 Regional Most Wanted Persons facing homicide and malversation-related charges.

The operations were carried out by various police units through coordinated manhunt efforts and the implementation of court-issued warrants. One operation also resulted in the recovery of a firearm and ammunition during the arrest of a wanted individual in Cavite.

These accomplishments support the PNP Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which strengthens the implementation of warrants and the pursuit of wanted persons, contributing to the peace and order initiatives of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., commended the operating units for their commitment to lawful and professional police work.

"These arrests reflect the dedication of our personnel to ensuring that individuals facing criminal charges are properly brought before the courts. Patuloy nating paiigtingin ang ating operasyon laban sa mga wanted persons habang tinitiyak na ang lahat ng aksyon ay naaayon sa batas at may paggalang sa karapatang pantao," said PGEN Nartatez.

"Our message is simple: the PNP will continue to work diligently and professionally in support of justice and public safety. We encourage the public to remain our partners in helping law enforcement keep communities safe and secure," he added.

All arrested individuals are currently under police custody and undergoing the appropriate legal procedures pending turnover to the courts concerned.

The PNP remains steadfast in its commitment to a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman, through responsive, accountable, and community-focused policing.

(PNP-PIO)

07/06/2026

07/06/2026

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐆 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘:
𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐌 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓! 𝐃𝐎𝐍'𝐓 𝐁𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐄𝐃!
By Online Impostors!

The PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group warns the public against individuals misrepresenting themselves as:
PCPT EDGAR SEBASTIAN G VELASCO

📌PCPT VELASCO does NOT provide legal assistance or services online.
📌Anyone contacting you via social media or phone claiming to be him to offer “legal help” is a SCAMMER.
📌The PNP does not conduct official legal transactions through private chat or social media.

"Remember, the PNP does not and will never ask for money, donations, or any form of payment in exchange for assistance or services."

PMGEN WILSON CASIL ASUETA
Director, Anti-Cybercrime Group

07/06/2026

NCR MOST WANTED NABBED IN CAPIZ; PNP CRACKS DOWN ON CARNAPPING, MURDER CASES

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., scored a major accomplishment in its intensified campaign against wanted persons following the arrest of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Top 1 Regional Most Wanted Person during a joint intelligence-driven manhunt operation conducted by the Provincial Highway Patrol Team (PHPT) Capiz under the Regional Highway Patrol Unit 6 (RHPU 6) in Ivisan, Capiz, on June 1, 2026.

The arrested individual was likewise listed as the Top 1 Provincial Most Wanted Person, Top 1 Municipal Most Wanted Person, and Highway Patrol Group (HPG) Top 1 Most Wanted Person. Authorities successfully served warrants of arrest issued by the Regional Trial Court, Branch 266, Taguig City, for alleged violation of Section 3 of Republic Act No. 10883, otherwise known as the Anti-Carnapping Act of 2016, and for Murder under Article 248 of the Revised Penal Code. Both warrants carried no recommended bail.

The successful operation underscores the sustained efforts of the PNP and its field units to locate and apprehend high-value fugitives facing serious criminal charges. Following the arrest, the suspect was brought to the PHPT Capiz Office for proper documentation and legal processing before being turned over to the issuing court.

“Hindi titigil ang PNP sa paghahanap sa mga taong umiiwas sa pananagutan. Ang bawat matagumpay na pag-aresto ay patunay na patuloy nating pinagtitibay ang pagpapatupad ng batas at ang karapatan ng mga biktima na makamit ang hustisya,” said PGEN Nartatez.

This accomplishment reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, a strategic direction for organizational transformation designed to make police service more responsive, accountable, and mission-driven. The operation particularly advances the key priority of Enhanced Managing Police Operations through intelligence-based law enforcement actions and sustained efforts against high-value fugitives.

“No matter how long it takes or where they choose to hide, individuals wanted for serious crimes will remain subject to the full force of the law. The PNP will continue pursuing those who threaten public safety and undermine peace in our communities,” PGEN Nartatez emphasized.

The arrest demonstrates the continuing commitment of the Philippine National Police to support the administration of justice through focused manhunt operations and proactive law enforcement initiatives aimed at bringing wanted persons before the courts.

As the PNP strengthens its campaign against wanted persons and other criminal elements under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)