Mami Yhan

03/09/2026

02/09/2026

TWO MOST WANTED PERSONS ARRESTED OVER QUALIFIED R**E OF MINOR CASES IN CAMARINES SUR, AGUSAN DEL NORTE

The Philippine National Police (PNP) arrested two individuals listed among the Most Wanted Persons in their respective police regions during separate early-morning operations on September 1, 2026, as police units continue to account for individuals with outstanding warrants and help move cases forward through the proper legal process.

In Camarines Sur, personnel of the Magarao Municipal Police Station, Camarines Sur Police Provincial Office, and Regional Intelligence Unit 5 arrested a legal-age Filipino male in Barangay San Miguel, Calabanga. He was ranked No. 5 Most Wanted Person in Police Regional Office 5 and was arrested by virtue of a warrant for Qualified R**e of a Minor. He is currently under police custody.

In Agusan del Norte, personnel of the Las Nieves Municipal Police Station, Agusan del Norte Police Provincial Office, and 1304th Maneuver Company, Regional Mobile Force Battalion 13, arrested another legal-age Filipino male in Barangay Bonifacio, Las Nieves. Ranked No. 2 Most Wanted Person in Police Regional Office 13, he was arrested pursuant to warrants for four counts of Qualified R**e of a Minor and is now under police custody.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the arrests demonstrate the importance of sustained police work in locating wanted persons, particularly those who remain the subject of active warrants.

“A warrant is not something we simply file away and forget. Kapag may taong hinahanap ng batas, our responsibility is to keep working until that person is located and the case can proceed where it belongs. That steady work matters, especially to the victims and their families who continue to wait for justice,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operations are part of the PNP’s continuing implementation of its Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes effective, intelligence-driven, and accountable police operations. This supports the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in strengthening public safety and ensuring that law enforcement remains responsive to the needs of communities.

The PNP reiterates that all arrested persons remain entitled to due process and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty by a competent court.

These efforts form part of the PNP’s continuing commitment to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman,” through professional, accountable, and responsive police service.

(PNP-PIO)

02/09/2026

THREE ARRESTED IN ZAMBALES FOR ALLEGED ILLEGAL PETROLEUM TRADE; ₱2.6-M PRODUCTS SEIZED

The Philippine National Police (PNP) seized more than 33,000 liters of petroleum products valued at approximately ₱2.61 million and arrested three individuals during an enforcement operation in Masinloc, Zambales on August 31.

The operation was conducted by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Zambales Provincial Field Unit, in coordination with the Masinloc Municipal Police Station and Provincial Intelligence Team, following verification of the regulatory status of a petroleum retail establishment in Barangay Inhobol.

Arrested were three Filipino individuals: a 21-year-old gasoline attendant, a 19-year-old gasoline attendant, and a 33-year-old gas station manager. They were apprehended during a test-buy operation conducted by police personnel.

Confiscated during the operation were 10,437 liters of diesel, 14,312 liters of unleaded gasoline, and 8,500 liters of premium gasoline, with a combined estimated market value of ₱2,608,264.60. Police also secured transaction and business records and documents relevant to the establishment’s regulatory status.

Prior verification with the Department of Energy indicated that the establishment had no valid Certificate of Compliance and no authority to operate or sell or distribute petroleum products. The appropriate complaint for alleged violation of Batas Pambansa Blg. 33, as amended, is being prepared for inquest proceedings.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. emphasized that enforcement efforts must remain grounded on verified information and proper procedures.

“Kapag may nakikitang posibleng paglabag, hindi puwedeng basta hinala lang ang basehan. We have to verify, act within the law, and let the evidence speak. That is how we make our police operations both effective and fair,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operation forms part of the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which promotes responsive, lawful, and well-coordinated police action. It also supports the peace and order and public safety priorities of the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

The PNP encourages the public to report suspected unlawful activities through proper police channels. Information received from the community is carefully evaluated and verified to ensure that enforcement actions are based on facts and conducted within the bounds of law.

With continued responsible policing and coordination with concerned government agencies, the PNP remains committed to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman,” while safeguarding public welfare and respecting the rights of all persons.

(PNP-PIO)

02/09/2026

FIREARM REPORT LEADS PNP TO 5 SUSPECTED ACETYLENE GANG MEMBERS

Five men allegedly linked to the so-called “Acetylene Gang” were arrested after police responding to information about a man reportedly carrying a firearm in General Trias City, Cavite, discovered a cache of weapons, suspected ma*****na, a hand gr***de, and equipment believed to be used in forcibly opening secured containers.

The suspects, aged 33 to 57, were intercepted late evening of August 29 along CM Delos Reyes Avenue, Barangay Biclatan. What initially began as a police response to a report involving a person allegedly armed in the area led to the discovery of other items inside the vehicle where the suspects were found.

Police recovered a 9mm pistol with ammunition from one of the suspects, as well as a .38 revolver, a 12-gauge shotgun, additional ammunition, a hand gr***de, and around 9.77 grams of suspected ma*****na. Acetylene equipment and other paraphernalia allegedly used to forcibly open vaults and other secured containers were also recovered.

Initial investigation indicated that the five men may be connected to the so-called “Acetylene Gang,” which is being linked to robbery incidents in different parts of Luzon and the Visayas. Their identities, backgrounds, and possible involvement in specific incidents remain subject to verification and further investigation.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the development highlights how alert police response to seemingly isolated reports can uncover wider security concerns.

“Sometimes, what looks like an ordinary report is actually a piece of a bigger picture. Kaya mahalaga ang mabilis na response, tamang validation, at maayos na coordination. We cannot afford to ignore details that may help us prevent a bigger problem,” PGen Nartatez said.

The recovered fi****ms and ammunition will undergo ballistic examination, while the suspected ma*****na will be subjected to chemical analysis. The recovered hand gr***de will likewise be handled by the appropriate explosives unit for proper disposition.

The operation is part of the PNP’s continuing efforts under its Focus Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which emphasizes timely response, information-driven policing, and coordinated action against threats to public safety. It also supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s broader call for safer communities through effective and accountable law enforcement.

Through these efforts, the PNP continues to advance “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman,” ensuring that police action remains responsive to public concerns while respecting due process and the rights of all persons involved.

(PNP-PIO)

02/09/2026

₱14.28M SHABU SUPPLY BUSTED IN MANILA; DRUG TRAFFICKER ARRESTED

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., scored a major breakthrough against the illegal drug trade following the arrest of a high-value individual (HVI) in a buy-bust operation in Ermita, Manila, on August 31, 2026.

The NCRPO, through the Manila Police District Drug Enforcement Unit (MPD-DEU), arrested the 33-year-old male suspect along Maria Orosa Street, Barangay 666, Zone 72, recovering 2,100 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated Standard Drug Price of ₱14,280,000.00.

The seized drugs were packed in two small and two large heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets. Police also recovered the marked money used in the entrapment, boodle money, and the suspect’s personal belongings.

The arrested suspect remains under MPD-DEU custody and is facing complaints for violations of Sections 5 and 11 of Republic Act No. 9165, or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

PGEN Nartatez underscored the importance of the operation in disrupting the movement of illegal drugs in the capital. “This operation demonstrates how intelligence-driven police work can intercept significant drug transactions before they reach their intended destination. We will use every available lead to pursue the wider network behind these activities.”

He also emphasized the value of building on the evidence gathered during the operation. “Ang bawat operasyon ay may mahalagang impormasyong maaaring magturo sa iba pang sangkot. Susuriin natin nang mabuti ang mga ebidensya upang mapalalim ang imbestigasyon at matukoy ang iba pang personalidad na konektado sa kalakalan.”

The operation supports the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework for transformation that strengthens police operations. It reflects the key priority of Enhanced Managing Police Operations in the fight against illegal narcotics.

As the PNP intensifies its campaign against illegal narcotics under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it assures the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

02/09/2026

ALLEGED BOMB JOKE PROMPTS SECURITY RESPONSE AT TACLOBAN AIRPORT

The Philippine National Police (PNP) promptly responded to a security concern at the Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport in Tacloban City after a female passenger allegedly made a remark suggesting that her laptop contained a bomb while aboard a flight bound for Manila on August 31, 2026.

The passenger was reportedly at the aircraft’s galley when she sought assistance in locating a laptop she had left at the departure area. After the device was found and returned, she was asked to open it for verification and allegedly made the remark that prompted the security response.

PNP Aviation Security Group personnel immediately carried out the appropriate security procedures and arrested the passenger. She was informed of her constitutional rights, while authorities continued to verify the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The PNP is preparing the appropriate complaint for possible violation of Presidential Decree No. 1727, or the Anti-Bomb Joke Law, as the investigation proceeds.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. emphasized that airport security requires both vigilance and responsibility from authorities and passengers.

“Sa airport, bawat salita at kilos may epekto sa seguridad. We ask everyone to be mindful because even a remark meant as a joke can trigger a security response and affect other passengers. Ang mahalaga, we respond properly, protect everyone, and let the investigation establish the facts,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP also reminds the public that bomb jokes or similar threats should not be made in any setting—not only in airports, but also in public places, schools, establishments, workplaces, and even through social media or other online platforms. What may be intended as humor can cause unnecessary alarm, disrupt operations, and prompt appropriate security measures.

The PNP continues to strengthen security and response measures in support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s commitment to safe and orderly communities. The effort forms part of the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, ensuring that police responses remain timely, proportionate, and guided by established procedures.

The PNP remains committed to protecting the public while upholding due process and the rights of every person, consistent with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)