PECU Davao del Sur

30/08/2026

SURRENDER OF BIFF MEMBER, RPG TURNOVER BOOST SECURITY EFFORTS IN NORTH COTABATO

Government security forces recorded another development in their continuing efforts to reduce the presence of illegal fi****ms and armed threats in North Cotabato following the voluntary surrender of a reported member of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters–Bungos Faction (BIFF-BF) and the turnover of an RPG launcher and ammunition on August 25, 2026.

The individual, known only by the alias “Dats,” surrendered during a coordinated police operation at the Cotabato Police Provincial Office compound in Kidapawan City. He was subsequently placed under the custody of the PNP Intelligence Group for proper documentation and debriefing.

Authorities also received one rocket-propelled gr***de (RPG) launcher and one RPG anti-tank cartridge, which were turned over to the appropriate police personnel for assessment and safe disposition.

Chief, PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the PNP will continue to combine intelligence work, coordination, and peaceful engagement in addressing security concerns in communities.

“We take every surrender seriously because it can mean one less armed threat in our communities. At the same time, we will continue our intelligence operations against those who choose to keep weapons for unlawful purposes. Ang direksyon natin ay malinaw: protect the people and help keep our communities peaceful,” PGen Nartatez said.

The operation was carried out through the coordinated efforts of personnel from the PNP Intelligence Group, Police Regional Office 12, Cotabato Police Provincial Office, regional intelligence units, and other concerned police elements.

The development is part of the PNP’s Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes coordinated, intelligence-led, and responsive police action to address threats and maintain peace and security.

Consistent with the direction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. toward a safer and more peaceful Philippines, the PNP remains committed to operations that protect communities while respecting lawful processes. This is part of the “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman,” bringing police service closer to the people through responsible and effective action.

(PNP-PIO)

30/08/2026

HIDDEN ARSENAL UNEARTHED IN BAGGAO

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., has scored a significant operational gain with the recovery of an arms cache believed to be associated with the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) in Brgy. Agaman Proper, Baggao, Cagayan on August 26, 2026.

The recovery stemmed from information provided by a former rebel identified by the alias “Romy,” which led operating units to a concealed cache along a CTG mobility corridor. The operation was carried out jointly by the 204th Maneuver Company, Regional Mobile Force Battalion 2 (204th MC, RMFB2); 2nd Mobile Force Platoon of the 1st Cagayan Provincial Mobile Force Company; Police Intelligence Team Cagayan South; Regional Intelligence Unit 2; Baggao Police Station; and the 17th Infantry Battalion, 5th Infantry Division, Philippine Army.

Upon locating the cache, the operating units secured the area and requested assistance from the Provincial Explosive and Canine Unit (PECU) Cagayan to ensure the safe recovery and proper handling of the explosive ordnance. The operation resulted in the recovery of two improvised anti-personnel mines measuring approximately 10 x 10 inches, one 12-volt battery, 10 pieces of linked 7.62mm ammunition, one corroded caliber .45 pistol, one corroded caliber .38 revolver, one corroded caliber 9mm pistol, and one 12-gauge shotgun.

The recovered explosive ordnance was turned over to PECU Cagayan for proper disposal, while the fi****ms and ammunition were placed under the temporary custody of the 204th MC, RMFB2 for documentation and appropriate disposition.

“Every successful recovery is an opportunity to prevent these weapons from reaching the battlefield or being used against civilians. This accomplishment demonstrates the value of timely information and the readiness of our forces to act on threats before they escalate,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Sa bawat impormasyong ating natatanggap, may pagkakataong mapigilan ang mas malaking panganib. Kaya mahalaga ang pakikipagtulungan ng ating mga kababayan upang maagapan ang anumang banta sa kanilang seguridad,” he added.

The operation likewise reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, a strategic framework for transforming police service, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which reinforces decisive action and sound operational responses to emerging security threats.

The recovery of the hidden arsenal underscores the PNP’s resolve to prevent armed groups from replenishing their weapons and explosives and to protect communities from potential violence.

Under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP remains steadfast in safeguarding the Filipino people and delivering “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

30/08/2026

On August 25, 2026, the Davao del Sur PECU personnel led by PCMS Joel L Paraiso, Team Leader, under the supervision of PMAJ MICHAEL M BINWAG, OIC, RECU 11, conducted the Project A.B.K.D. (Awareness of Bombs that Kill Lives and Destroy Properties) to the students of Cor Jesu College Incorporated and Holy Cross Academy, Digos City. The Project A.B.K.D aims to raise self-awareness about danger of explosive, the Do's and Dont's in dealing of Bomb Related Incident not only threat of bombing, but also to encourage regular vigilance, communication to report potential threats with the partnership of the community and address the effectiveness of their emergency preparedness and response to any threats specially in terrorism.

28/08/2026

NATIONAL HEROES' DAY 2026 🇵🇭

Para sa mga walang sawang naglilingkod, tumutulong, at nagmamalasakit sa kapwa araw-araw—saludo kami sa inyo!

27/08/2026

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PECU Davao del Sur personnel led by PCMS Joel L Paraiso under the supervision of PMAJ MICHAEL M BINWAG, OIC, RECU1, conducted Security Event Coverage through Paneling Operation and Police Presence at Holy Cross Academy Inc., Digos City, Davao del Sur, as part of proactive measures and Target Hardening against lawless elements plans, activities and atrocities in relation to Mary Mediatrix of All Grace Cathedral commemorates its 75th Diamond Jubilee this year.