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September 2, 2026
Gospel: Luke 4:38-44
Reflection: “God takes good care of our family”

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

PNP CYBER PATROL LEADS TO ARREST, SEIZURE OF 400 REGISTERED SIM CARDS IN BULACAN

A proactive cyber patrol operation by the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) led to the arrest of a 26-year-old man and the recovery of 400 registered Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards allegedly being offered for sale online in Obando, Bulacan.

The operation was conducted by the Bulacan Provincial Cyber Response Team on August 24, 2026, following the monitoring of online activities involving the sale of registered SIM cards and other accounts through social media platforms. The suspect, identified only as alias “Junel,” was arrested during an entrapment operation after allegedly offering registered SIM cards for sale online.

The recovered SIM cards will undergo appropriate examination and further investigation to determine their source, registration details, and possible links to other unlawful activities. The suspect is facing charges for alleged violation of Republic Act No. 11934, or the SIM Registration Act of 2022, in relation to Republic Act No. 10175, or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. He remains under police custody following inquest proceedings.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. emphasized that responsible use of digital platforms is an important part of keeping communities safe, particularly as more transactions and communications move online.

“Online spaces should not become a place where identities can simply be bought and sold. We will continue to watch for activities that put other people at risk, while making sure that every operation follows the law and respects the rights of those involved. Ang mahalaga, maingat ang ating mga hakbang at malinaw ang ating pananagutan,” Police General Nartatez said.

The operation reflects the PNP's continuing efforts to strengthen its capabilities against emerging forms of online-related offenses under the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through timely monitoring, coordination, and lawful police action.

The PNP likewise calls on the public to be cautious when purchasing SIM cards or accounts online and to avoid transactions involving registered SIMs, e-wallet accounts, or personal information obtained through questionable means. The public is encouraged to report suspicious online activities through appropriate PNP channels.

Aligned with the call of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for a safer and more responsible digital environment, the PNP will continue strengthening its cyber capabilities and public cooperation as it advances the “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

BIG-TIME CTG SETBACK: REBEL MEMBER SURRENDERS, GUN TURNED OVER IN BUKIDNON

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., secured another significant gain in its efforts to encourage members of the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) to abandon armed activities, following the voluntary surrender of a CTG member in San Fernando, Bukidnon on August 26, 2026.

Personnel of the 1st Special Action Battalion (1SAB), Special Action Force (SAF), provided tactical support to the 1003rd Maneuver Company, Regional Mobile Force Battalion 10, and other PNP units during the facilitation of the surrender of a.k.a. Math/Saudi, a Periodic Status Report (PSR)-listed CTG member under Squad 2, Platoon Pulang Baganing Yunit of the dismantled Guerilla Front 89, Sub-Regional Committee, in Barangay Halapitan.

Upon surrender, the former CTG member turned over one improvised 5.56mm revolver loaded with four rounds of ammunition. He is now undergoing documentation and processing for possible enrollment in the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP), which provides returning CTG members an opportunity to rebuild their lives through lawful means.

“This surrender demonstrates that peaceful and lawful options remain open to those who choose to leave armed conflict behind. We will sustain our efforts to facilitate their safe return while ensuring that public safety and the rule of law remain firmly upheld,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Mas mabuting piliin ang kapayapaan kaysa manatili sa armadong pakikibaka. Hinihikayat natin ang iba pang miyembro ng CTG na samantalahin ang pagkakataong magbalik-loob at magsimula muli bilang bahagi ng mapayapang pamayanan,” he added.

The operation reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework for transformation designed to strengthen responsive police service and reinforce its commitment to public safety. The effort directly supports Active Community Support by creating avenues for CTG members to peacefully return to the fold of the law.

As the PNP strengthens its efforts to promote peace and protect communities 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)

01/09/2026

💥 DID YOU KNOW?

UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE (UXO) AND OTHER EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS are DANGEROUS.

🚫 D O N O T :
Do not touch, move, strike, drop, or tamper a suspected explosive and UXO. Do not
expose it to heat or fire, and never attempt to dismantle or inspect it.

📢 IF YOU FIND A SUSPECTED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE AND UXO:
Stay away • Keep others away • Report it immediately to the authorities.

STAY VIGILANT, BE AWARE OF YOUR SORROUNDINGS.

PNP EMERGENCY HOTLINE: DIAL 911

01/09/2026