01/06/2026
SWIFT RESPONSE, SWIFT JUSTICE: MABOLO POLICE CAPTURE SHOOTING SUSPECT IN HOT PURSUIT OPERATION
The prompt and decisive response of personnel from Police Station 4, Cebu City Police Office, led to the immediate apprehension of a shooting suspect following a Wounded Person Alarm in Barangay Kasambagan, Cebu City, on May 31, 2026, in the afternoon.
Police Station 4 personnel, under the direct supervision of Station Commander PMAJ THOM ED L TAGHOY II, swiftly responded to a report from a concerned citizen regarding a wounded person incident. Upon arrival at the scene, responding officers immediately secured the area and rendered assistance to the victim, who sustained a gunshot wound to the chin. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, the officers facilitated the victimβs immediate transport to Cebu City Medical Center (CCMC) for medical treatment while simultaneously initiating an investigation to identify and locate the perpetrator.
Through the rapid gathering of information and investigation on the ground, investigators identified the suspect. Demonstrating exceptional coordination, determination, and commitment to public safety, Police Station 4 personnel immediately launched a hot pursuit operation. Their relentless efforts resulted in the swift arrest of the suspect shortly after the incident. Recovered from the possession and control of the suspect were one (1) Caliber .45 Pistol and two (2) live rounds of ammunition.
The successful operation highlights the exceptional responsiveness and dedication of Police Station 4 personnel, whose swift and coordinated actions led to the immediate arrest of the suspect and recovery of the firearm used in the incident. Their commitment to public safety and relentless pursuit of justice demonstrate the Cebu City Police Office's mission of delivering prompt, effective, and professional police service to the people of Cebu City.
PNP Mabolo Cebu CPO Police Station 4