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22/08/2026

CYBERCOP BAGS TWO MEDALS IN THAILAND MUAY THAI SERIES

A Philippine National Police (PNP) officer is bringing home two medals after turning in a strong performance at an international Muay Thai competition in Thailand.

Police Corporal Jonard E. Apa-an of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group won a silver medal in the 51-kilogram Muay Thai Combat category and a bronze medal in the Wai Kru Singles event at the Siamyout Global Heritage Muay Thai Series 2026 held in Samut Songkhram, Thailand, from August 10 to 12.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. congratulated Apa-an for representing the PNP and the country on the international stage.

“Proud tayo sa kanya. He showed that the discipline we develop in the police service can also take us far in other fields. Two medals is already a good story to bring home,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP continues to support its personnel who excel in sports and other fields, recognizing that their achievements help build morale within the organization and bring pride to the country.

The accomplishment is likewise consistent with the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for excellence among government personnel, as the PNP continues to strengthen a police organization committed to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

22/08/2026

PNP STATEMENT ON FI***RM RECOVERED FROM MINOR IN CEBU

The Philippine National Police (PNP) confirms the recovery of a fi***rm from a Grade 9 student in Pinamungajan, Cebu, on August 20, 2026.

According to the initial investigation, the fi***rm was discovered inside the student’s school bag during a school bag inspection, prompting the school administration to immediately coordinate with the police. The fi***rm was recovered without am******on and is now under police custody for proper safekeeping and disposition.

The fi***rm is allegedly owned by the minor’s grandfather. The PNP is still verifying the ownership and circumstances surrounding its possession. If established, appropriate accountability will be determined in accordance with existing laws.

In accordance with Republic Act No. 9344, or the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act, the minor was turned over to the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office for appropriate intervention. The child’s guardian and concerned barangay officials were likewise coordinated with.

The PNP appreciates the vigilance of the school personnel and their prompt coordination with authorities, which helped ensure that the matter was immediately addressed.

The PNP reminds parents, guardians, and fi***rm custodians to keep fi***rms properly secured and inaccessible to children and unauthorized persons. Schools and communities are likewise encouraged to promptly coordinate with authorities whenever safety concerns arise.

The PNP remains committed to working with schools, families, and communities to help maintain safe learning environments while protecting the rights and welfare of children.

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

22/08/2026

WANTED PERSON IN TRAFFICKING, LARGE-SCALE ILLEGAL RECRUITMENT CASES ARRESTED IN NORTH COTABATO

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested a wanted person facing human trafficking and large-scale illegal recruitment charges during an operation on August 17, 2026, in Magpet, North Cotabato.

The arrested individual is a 50-year-old male, a farmer and banana plantation caretaker and resident of the area. The PNP Anti-Kidnapping Group Mindanao Field Unit (PNP AKG-MFU) served the Warrant of Arrest issued on August 12, 2026, by the Presiding Judge of the Family Court, Ninth Judicial Region, Branch 7, Zamboanga City.

The warrant carries no recommended bail for the Large-Scale Illegal Recruitment charges under Section 4(m) in relation to Section 6(a) of Republic Act No. 9208, as amended by Republic Act No. 11862, and Republic Act No. 8042, as amended by Republic Act No. 10022, while PhP200,000.00 bail was recommended for violation of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003.

The arrest was carried out by the PNP AKG-MFU Cotabato Satellite Office in a joint operation with the Police Regional Office 12, Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking, Zamboanga Sea-Based Anti-Trafficking Task Force, Department of Migrant Workers, and Philippine Center on Transnational Crime Western Mindanao Field Office.

“This operation underscores our resolve to pursue individuals facing serious charges involving the exploitation of vulnerable persons. We will remain persistent in locating wanted individuals and ensuring that they are brought before the proper courts to answer for the cases filed against them,” said PGEN Nartatez.

The PNP Focused Agenda guides police transformation and strengthens operational response, with Enhanced Managing Police Operations supporting the pursuit of wanted persons involved in human trafficking and illegal recruitment.

“Hindi natin hahayaang samantalahin ang mga Pilipinong naghahanap ng disenteng trabaho. Ang mga sangkot sa illegal recruitment at human trafficking ay haharap sa kaukulang pananagutan,” he added.

The arrested individual remains under the custody of the PNP AKG-MFU pending the return of the Warrant of Arrest to the issuing court.

As the PNP strengthens its efforts to protect Filipinos from exploitation and pursue those facing trafficking and illegal recruitment charges 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)

22/08/2026

ESTAFA CASE CATCHES UP WITH INDIAN NATIONAL IN NUEVA VIZCAYA

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., apprehended a 55-year-old Indian national wanted for Estafa in Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya on August 20, 2026.

Alias Sukhjit, a 55-year-old widowed businessman residing in Banggot, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, was arrested by the Bambang Police Station with assistance from other PNP units, by virtue of a warrant issued on July 8, 2026, by the Regional Trial Court, Second Judicial Region, Branch 29, Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya.

“Enforcing court-issued warrants is a fundamental responsibility of the police, and we will remain focused on locating individuals who are required to face the charges filed against them,” said PGEN Nartatez.

“Ang pagpapatupad ng batas ay pantay para sa lahat, anuman ang kanilang pinagmulan o katayuan. Titiyakin natin na ang bawat may kinakaharap na kaso ay maihaharap sa tamang proseso ng batas,” he added.

The arrest demonstrates the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework for transformation designed to strengthen police service and improve the organization’s response to criminal activities. It supports the priority on Enhanced Managing Police Operations through the effective implementation of warrants and the pursuit of wanted persons.

As the PNP strengthens the enforcement of court processes and the apprehension of wanted individuals 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)

22/08/2026

PNP TURNS ONLINE LEAD INTO LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTION VS. FAKE DOCUMENTS

The Philippine National Police (PNP), through the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), arrested a male suspect and dismantled an alleged operation producing counterfeit government documents during a police operation in Sta. Cruz, Manila on August 19, 2026.

The operation was launched after CIDG investigators validated information from a video posted online on August 10 showing the alleged purchase of a fake Philippine passport in Manila. The information was subsequently subjected to verification, surveillance, and other investigative activities that led authorities to the suspected source of the documents.

On August 19, CIDG operatives conducted an operation in Barangay 310, Sta. Cruz, Manila, where the suspect, who is of legal age, was arrested while allegedly engaged in the production of fraudulent documents.

Recovered during the operation were counterfeit Philippine passports, LTO driver’s licenses, NBI clearances, and other allegedly falsified government documents, along with desktop computers, printers, industrial laminating machines, and various materials believed to have been used in producing the documents.

Initial investigation also indicated that the alleged operation offered a counterfeit Philippine passport for around ₱3,500,00 and a fake LTO driver’s license for approximately ₱1,200.00.

The suspect will face appropriate charges for alleged violations of Republic Act No. 11983, or the New Philippine Passport Act, and Article 172 of the Revised Penal Code, in relation to Article 171, concerning falsification of public, official, or commercial documents by private individuals. The suspect will be brought before the National Prosecution Service for appropriate proceedings.

Chief, PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the operation reflects the PNP’s commitment to act on credible information while ensuring that every step is supported by evidence and follows due process.

“Government documents are issued for a purpose, and people should be able to trust them. Kapag may gumagawa o gumagamit ng peke, may naaapektuhang sistema at may mga taong maaaring malagay sa alanganin. Kaya trabaho natin na i-check ang impormasyon, sundan ang ebidensya, at kumilos nang naaayon sa batas,” PGen Nartatez said.

He added that the PNP will continue working with concerned government agencies to protect the integrity of official documents and prevent their misuse.

The operation forms part of the PNP’s Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which calls for responsive, intelligence-driven, and evidence-based police action. It also supports the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in strengthening government systems and protecting the public from activities that undermine legitimate services.

The PNP encourages the public to transact only with authorized government offices and to report information concerning the production, sale, or use of fraudulent government documents to proper authorities.

Through sustained law enforcement, responsible investigation, and respect for due process, the PNP remains committed to delivering a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

22/08/2026

FOREIGN NATIONAL ARRESTED IN MANDALUYONG OVER TRAFFICKING-RELATED CASE

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has arrested a foreign national wanted for an alleged violation of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003, reinforcing its continuing efforts to locate individuals with standing warrants and bring them before the proper authorities.

Police arrested alias “Donald,” 44, a Canadian national, on Monday, August 17, 2026, along F. Martinez Street in Barangay Plainview, Mandaluyong City. The arrest was carried out by personnel of the Mandaluyong City Police Station’s Warrant and Subpoena Section by virtue of an Alias Warrant of Arrest issued by the Regional Trial Court Branch 213 of Mandaluyong City for violation of Section 4(e) of Republic Act No. 9208, or the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003.

Following the arrest, alias “Donald” underwent a medical examination before being turned over to the Mandaluyong City Police Station’s custodial facility for proper disposition and further legal proceedings.

Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the arrest demonstrates the PNP’s responsibility to enforce the law fairly and professionally, regardless of a person’s nationality.

“Whether Filipino or foreign national, kapag may valid warrant, we have a duty to enforce it properly. We will continue to do that with fairness, professionalism, and respect for due process,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operation is part of the PNP’s Enhanced Managing Police Operations under its Focused Agenda, supporting the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in strengthening public safety and the effective enforcement of the law.

The PNP remains committed to lawful and professional police service in line with “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

22/08/2026

TWO CAGAYAN BJMP DETAINEES FACE WARRANTS IN ILLEGAL RECRUITMENT CASE

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., served warrants of arrest on two BJMP detainees facing serious fraud and illegal recruitment charges in Cagayan on August 10, 2026.

Personnel of the 3rd Maneuver Force Platoon of the 2nd Cagayan Provincial Mobile Force Company, in coordination with the Lasam Police Station, served the warrants on alias Riza and alias Dencio while both were detained at the BJMP Aparri District Jail.

Alias Riza is facing charges of Estafa, Estafa in Relation to Section 6 of Republic Act No. 10175, or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012, Illegal Recruitment, and Illegal Recruitment by Syndicate, a non-bailable offense. Alias Dencio, meanwhile, faces charges of Estafa in Relation to Section 6 of RA 10175 and Illegal Recruitment by Syndicate, likewise a non-bailable offense.

The arrests highlight the PNP’s sustained efforts to ensure that warrants are served even on individuals already under detention, preventing them from evading accountability for other pending cases.

These efforts support the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework for organizational transformation that strengthens police performance and responsiveness. The operation advances Enhanced Managing Police Operations through sustained warrant service and action on pending cases.

“Law enforcement does not end when a suspect is already in detention. We will make every effort to ensure that lawful processes are fully carried out and that pending cases receive the appropriate action,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Walang sinuman ang dapat makaiwas sa proseso ng batas. Patuloy nating isasagawa ang nararapat na hakbang upang mapanagot ang mga may kinakaharap na kaso,” he added.

As the PNP strengthens its enforcement of lawful processes and accountability 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)

22/08/2026

SIX FALL IN NEGROS GUN PROBE; 6 ILLEGAL FI***RMS RECOVERED

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested six individuals and recovered six fi***rms and 30 rounds of am******on in separate search warrant operations across the Negros Island Region on August 18, 2026, for violations of Republic Act No. 10591, or the Comprehensive Fi****ms and Am******on Regulation Act.

The Police Regional Office Negros Island Region conducted the simultaneous operations in Negros Occidental and Negros Oriental, targeting the illegal possession of fi***rms and preventing unauthorized weapons from potentially being used in criminal activities.

In Negros Occidental, personnel of the Sagay City Police Station arrested alias “Talang,” 47, male, married, and a construction worker, in Barangay Bulanon, Sagay City. Recovered were a caliber .45 C**t 1911 pistol, one magazine, and five rounds of caliber .45 am******on.

In Silay City, alias “Jor,” 59, male, single, and a construction worker, was arrested in Barangay Lantad, where police recovered a caliber .38 Smith & Wesson revolver loaded with two rounds of caliber .38 am******on. In Victorias City, alias “Totoy,” 24, male, single, and unemployed, was arrested in Barangay 6, resulting in the recovery of a caliber .38 revolver loaded with three rounds of caliber .38 am******on.

In La Carlota City, alias “Jerome,” 20, male, single, and unemployed, was arrested in Barangay II (Poblacion). Police recovered a caliber .38 revolver and four rounds of caliber .38 am******on.

Meanwhile, in Negros Oriental, personnel of the Sibulan Municipal Police Station, together with the Negros Oriental Police Intelligence Team and Regional Intelligence Unit-NIR, arrested alias “Bry,” 51, male, married, and Filipino, in Barangay Bolocboloc, Sibulan. The operation yielded a caliber .25 Raven Phoenix Arms pistol, one magazine loaded with five rounds of caliber .25 am******on, five additional rounds of caliber .25 am******on, and one round of caliber .45 am******on.

In San Jose, Negros Oriental, personnel of the San Jose Municipal Police Station and the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company Special Weapons and Tactics arrested alias “Rol,” 37, male, married, and Filipino, in Barangay Naiba. Recovered were a caliber .38 chrome revolver with black handle and five rounds of caliber .38 am******on.

PGEN Nartatez said the PNP will sustain its efforts to prevent illegally possessed fi***rms from becoming instruments of violence and other crimes.

“Illegal fi***rms have no place in our communities. We will keep taking unauthorized weapons out of circulation and hold accountable those who violate our fi***rms laws.”

He also reminded the public that lawful fi***rm ownership carries corresponding responsibilities.

“Mahalagang sundin ang mga patakaran sa pagmamay-ari at paggamit ng baril. Ang ilegal na armas ay maaaring magdulot ng panganib sa ating mga komunidad.”

The operations advance the PNP Focused Agenda, a framework for organizational transformation that strengthens police performance and responsiveness. They support Enhanced Managing Police Operations through sustained enforcement against illegal fi***rms.

The recovered fi***rms will undergo appropriate forensic and ballistic examination, while the arrested individuals remain in police custody for proper disposition and the filing of appropriate charges under Republic Act No. 10591.

As the PNP strengthens its campaign against illegal fi***rms and works to keep communities safe 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)

22/08/2026

TWO REGIONAL MOST WANTED PERSONS COLLARED IN SEPARATE PNP OPERATIONS

The Philippine National Police (PNP) arrested two regional most wanted persons in separate operations in Davao del Sur and Leyte on August 19, 2026, as police units continued focused efforts to locate individuals with outstanding warrants and facilitate the proper course of cases before the courts.

In Davao del Sur, police arrested a legal-age Filipino male in Barangay Kimlawis, Kiblawan, who was ranked No. 2 in the regional wanted persons list. He was arrested by virtue of a warrant for Murder issued in connection with a 2011 criminal case, with no bail recommended. He is currently under police custody for proper disposition.

In Palompon, Leyte, authorities arrested another legal-age Filipino male who was ranked No. 1 in the regional wanted persons list. He was apprehended by virtue of warrants of arrest in connection with five counts of Qualified R**e of a Minor, with no bail recommended. He is likewise under police custody for appropriate legal proceedings.

The operations involved personnel from the concerned police stations, provincial mobile forces, intelligence units, and the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, reflecting sustained coordination in locating wanted persons and implementing court-issued warrants.

The arrests are part of the PNP’s continuing efforts under its Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO) pillar of the PNP Focused Agenda, which emphasizes responsive and coordinated police action while respecting due process and the rights of all persons involved. These efforts support President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call for stronger peace and order measures and a safer environment for communities.

PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the police will continue to work closely with communities and other law enforcement units to ensure that warrants are served properly and that cases move through the justice system.

“Kapag may warrant, trabaho nating hanapin ang tao at iharap siya sa tamang proseso. Hindi ito tungkol sa paghusga—tungkol ito sa pagtiyak na gumagana ang batas at may pagkakataong umusad ang kaso sa korte,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP will sustain its focused operations against wanted persons while ensuring that every arrest is carried out within the bounds of law and established procedures, consistent with the “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman” commitment to provide responsive, accountable, and rights-respecting police service.

(PNP-PIO)

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