RACU One ACG

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1103

𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐦𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐬

In an order dated September 16, 2025, the Municipal Circuit Trial Court of Cabatuan, Iloilo, convicted a 29-year-old man, alias "Toto," for Section 6 in relation to Section 14 of RA No. 10643 (The Graphics Health Warning Law).

"Toto" was arrested through an entrapment operation on April 10, 2025 conducted by Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 6 for selling smuggled ci******es online.

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, lauded the operatives for the court's conviction of their arrested individual. “Engaging in the sale of smuggled goods undermines lawful trade and endangers public health. We urge everyone to comply with government regulations and purchase only products that are legally recognized by customs,” he said.

25/09/2025

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1104

𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐨𝐧

On September 20, 2025, at about 5:30 PM in Maramag, Bukidnon, operatives of the Bukidnon Provincial Cyber Response Team conducted an entrapment operation that led to the arrest of a 22-year-old man, alias "Joel," for the offering of unauthorized online dental services.

"Joel" is facing charges for violation of Section 33(a) of RA No. 9484 (Philippine Dental Act of 2007) in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012).

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, commended the unit for the successful operation, stressing, "Unlicensed medical services online endanger public health and trust. The PNP ACG strongly warns individuals against posing as professionals without proper authority. We remain firm in our mission to protect the public from these deceptive and dangerous practices.”

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1105

𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲

On September 21, 2025, at about 5:00 PM in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, operatives of the Nueva Ecija Provincial Cyber Response Team conducted an entrapment operation that led to the arrest of a 40-year-old woman, alias "Regine," for offering unauthorized online dental services online.

"Regine" is facing charges for violation of Section 33(a) of RA No. 9484 (Philippine Dental Act of 2007) in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012).

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, commended the unit for the successful operation. "We remind the public to be cautious when availing of services online, especially those related to health and medicine. Always verify the legitimacy of the provider and ensure they are licensed professionals. The PNP ACG remains steadfast in protecting our citizens from fraudulent schemes that endanger both safety and trust," he said.

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1106

𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐒𝐀𝐄𝐂

In an order dated September 15, 2025, the Regional Trial Court of Malabon City convicted a woman, alias "Magda," for violations of the following laws: Section 4(a) of RA No. 9208 (Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003), as amended by RA No. 10364 and RA No. 11862, and Section 4(s) of RA No. 11930 (Anti-Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children or OSAEC and Anti-Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials or CSAEM Act).

The court imposed the following penalties: for violation of RA No. 9208, the accused was sentenced to 15 years of imprisonment and ordered to pay a Php500,000.00 fine; and for violation of RA No. 11930, she was sentenced to 8 years and 1 day to 10 years and 1 day of imprisonment and ordered to pay a Php200,000.00 fine.
Additionally, the court ordered her to pay Php50,000.00 as civil indemnity, Php50,00.00 as moral damages, and Php50,000.00 as exemplary damages.

The conviction stemmed from her arrest on August 17, 2024, during an entrapment operation conducted by the Northern District Anti-Cybercrime Team.

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, commended the operatives for their effective efforts that led to the conviction. He stressed: “Those who exploit and abuse children will be held accountable and punished to the fullest extent of the law. We remind the public to stay vigilant and immediately report any signs of child exploitation, whether online or offline. Together, we can protect our children and ensure justice for the victims.”

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1107

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐨

On September 22, 2025, at about 9:00 AM in Dumangas, Iloilo, operatives of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 6 successfully arrested a 37-year-old female suspect, alias “May,” by virtue of a warrant of arrest issued by the court.

"May" is facing charges for two counts of violation of Section 4(c)(4) (Libel) of RA No. 10175, or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012, with bail set at Php10,000.00 for each count.

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, lauded the operatives for the successful operation. He emphasized: "The PNP ACG remains steadfast in pursuing cyber offenders. Let this serve as a reminder that crimes committed online carry legal consequences. We will ensure that violators are brought to justice.”

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1108

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐲𝐭𝐞

On September 22, 2025, at around 8:45 AM in Mahaplag, Leyte, operatives of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 8 arrested a 27-year-old woman, alias “Aileen,” pursuant to a duly issued warrant of arrest.

The suspect is facing charges for the alleged violation of Section 9(c) of Republic Act No. 8484 (Access Devices Regulation Act of 1998), as amended by RA No. 11449, in relation to Section 6 of Republic Act No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012), with bail set at Php72,000.00.

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, commended the operatives for the successful operation and emphasized, “Unauthorized access to online accounts not only breaches personal security but also enables cybercriminal activities. The PNP ACG remains committed to combating these offenses to safeguard the public from digital fraud and online exploitation.”

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1109

𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

On September 22, 2025, at about 2:00 PM in Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, operatives of the Lanao del Norte Provincial Cyber Response Team served a warrant of arrest inside the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) – Iligan City facility against a 33-year-old man, alias “Aldo,” for multiple counts of child abuse, online sexual exploitation of children, and trafficking in persons.

“Aldo” is facing charges for violations of the following laws: Section 10(a) of RA No. 7610 (Special Protection of Children Against Child Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act), Sections 4(a), (c), and(n) of RA No. 11930 (Anti-Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children and Anti-Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials Act), and RA No. 9208 (Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003), as amended by RA No. 10364. No bail was recommended for all charges.

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, commended the operatives for the successful service of the warrant. He stated, “This operation demonstrates our firm resolve to ensure that cybercriminals are held accountable, regardless of their circumstances. The PNP ACG remains steadfast in protecting children and the public from all forms of cyber-enabled exploitation.”

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1110

𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐕𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐒𝐚𝐧

On September 22, 2025, at about 3:20 PM in General Santos City, operatives of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 12 successfully effected the arrest of two male suspects, referred to as aliases "Caloy,” 21, and "Bugoy,” 26, by virtue of a duly issued warrant of arrest.

The two accused are wanted for violation of Section 4(a) of RA No. 9995 (Anti-Photo and Video Voyeurism Act of 2009), with bail set at Php42,000.00 each.

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, praised the unit for the successful implementation of the warrant. He stated, “The unauthorized recording and distribution of intimate content is a grave violation of privacy and dignity. The PNP ACG remains firm in its commitment to holding offenders accountable and protecting individuals from these exploitative crimes.”

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1111

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐫

On September 23, 2025, at about 10:00 AM in Pandag, Maguindanao del Sur, operatives of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit - Bangsamoro Autonomous Region arrested a 36-year-old man, alias “Usman,” pursuant to a warrant of arrest.

"Usman" is facing charges for violations of RA No. 8484 (Access Devices Regulation Act of 1998), as amended by of RA No. 11449, in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012), and Section 4(b)(2) (Computer-Related Fraud) of RA No. 10175, with bail set at Php60,000.00 and Php72,000.00, respectively.

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, commended the unit for the successful operation. He also stated, “Unauthorized access to online accounts not only breaches personal security but also enables cybercriminal activities. The PNP ACG remains committed to combating these offenses to safeguard the public from digital fraud and online exploitation."

25/09/2025

PNP ACG
SMC No. 1112

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥

On September 23, 2025, at about 9:30 AM in Misamis Oriental, operatives of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit 10 arrested a 24-year-old woman, alias “Fatima,” pursuant to a warrant of arrest.

"Fatima" is facing charges for violation of Section 9(c) of RA No. 8484 (Access Devices Regulation Act of 1998), as amended by RA No. 11449, in relation to Section 6 of RA No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012), with bail set at Php72,000.00.

Brigadier General Bernard R. Yang, Acting Director of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group, commended the unit for the successful operation. He also stated, “Cyber fraud remains a persistent threat that undermines financial security and public trust. Through intensified operations, the PNP ACG will continue to pursue those who exploit digital platforms for criminal gain."