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19/05/2026

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19/05/2026

19/05/2026

SIMPLENG PAGTULONG NG PULIS SA LOLA, NAGBIGAY-INSPIRASYON ONLINE

Pinuri ng Philippine National Police (PNP) ang ipinakitang malasakit at pagtulong ng isang pulis sa isang matandang babae na hirap tumawid sa Quezon City, matapos itong makuha sa CCTV at kumalat online.

Kinilala ang pulis na si PSSg Ramil Gonzales na agad lumapit upang tulungan ang isang lola na nahihirapang tumawid sa kahabaan ng A. Bonifacio corner Mauban Street, Quezon City noong Mayo 15, 2026.

Batay sa ulat, habang nagpapatrulya si PSSg Gonzales ay napansin niya ang matandang babae na tila nag-aalinlangan at hirap makatawid sa kalsada. Bagamat una siyang tinanggihan ng tulong, hindi siya agad umalis at naghintay ng tamang pagkakataon upang masiguro ang kaligtasan ng matanda hanggang sa matagumpay niya itong naalalayan sa pagtawid.

Ayon sa PNP, ang simpleng kabutihang loob na ito ay patunay na ang serbisyo ng kapulisan ay hindi lamang umiikot sa pagpapatupad ng batas kundi maging sa pagpapakita ng malasakit sa mamamayan.

Pinuri naman ni Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. ang naging kilos ng pulis at sinabing mahalagang maipadama sa publiko ang tunay na diwa ng paglilingkod.

“Ang mga ganitong simpleng pagtulong ay malaking bagay para sa ating mga kababayan. Ipinapakita nito na ang isang pulis ay hindi lamang tagapagpatupad ng batas kundi katuwang din ng komunidad sa oras ng pangangailangan. Dapat nating ipagpatuloy ang ganitong uri ng malasakit at pagrespeto sa bawat mamamayan,” ani PGen Nartatez.

Dagdag pa niya, ang pagiging maagap at makatao ng mga pulis sa maliliit man o malalaking pagkakataon ay mahalaga upang lalong mapalakas ang tiwala ng publiko sa hanay ng kapulisan.

Patuloy namang isinusulong ng PNP ang makatao, at maagap na serbisyo publiko alinsunod sa layunin ng Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

19/05/2026

19/05/2026

PNP, AFP NAB 3 CTG MEMBERS WANTED FOR MASBATE TEACHER SLAY

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., intensified its campaign against terrorism and violent criminality as joint operatives arrested three Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) members wanted for murder during successive manhunt operations conducted in Masbate from May 12 to 14, 2026.

Joint operatives from the PNP and AFP, led by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) through the CIDG Masbate Provincial Field Unit, conducted sustained intelligence and manhunt operations that led to the arrest of three accused individuals, all male, of legal age, and residents of Barangay Malibas, Palanas, Masbate.

The arrested suspects, identified through their aliases “Abe,” “Rex,” and “Noy,” were apprehended by virtue of Warrants of Arrest for Murder issued by a Masbate court on November 20, 2025, with no recommended bail.

Authorities identified the suspects as members of the Communist Terrorist Group operating under Komiteng Larangang Gerilya 1 South and Sub-Regional Committee 4 of the Bicol Regional Party Committee, under the command of alias “Ka Manong.” They were also listed as Regional and Provincial Most Wanted Persons in the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ monitoring records.

On May 12, 2026, operatives arrested alias “Abe” in Barangay San Isidro, Cataingan, Masbate, identified as the Number 8 Provincial Most Wanted Person of the Masbate Provincial Police Office.

On May 13, 2026, alias “Rex,” listed as the Number 3 Regional Most Wanted Person of Police Regional Office 5, was apprehended in Barangay Libtong, Cataingan, Masbate.

On May 14, 2026, joint operatives arrested alias “Noy” in Barangay Nabangig, Palanas, Masbate, tagged as the Number 4 Regional Most Wanted Person of Police Regional Office 5.

Investigation disclosed that on July 9, 2010, in Barangay Malibas, Palanas, Masbate, the accused, together with two other unidentified companions, allegedly conspired and used fi****ms in the fatal shooting of a 27-year-old public school teacher while the victim was on his way home.

“These CTG members evaded justice for years, but the law eventually caught up with them. The PNP will continue to pursue armed fugitives and terrorist-linked offenders wherever they hide. Hindi kami uurong laban sa mga grupong gumagamit ng dahas at pumapatay ng inosenteng sibilyan,” said PGEN Nartatez.

“The killing of a public school teacher is an attack against the community itself. Those who believe they can evade accountability through fear and violence are mistaken. Walang puwang ang terorismo at armadong kriminalidad sa ating lipunan, at mananagot ang lahat ng sangkot,” he added.

The operation also highlights the continuing implementation of the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly on Enhanced Managing Police Operations through intelligence-driven manhunt operations, inter-unit coordination, and focused enforcement actions.

The arrest of the three CTG members underscores the continuing efforts of law enforcement agencies to dismantle armed threat groups and bring fugitives involved in serious crimes to justice.

As the PNP continues its intensified campaign against terrorism and criminality 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)

19/05/2026

PNP FOILS ILLEGAL LOGGING; ₱2.27M WORTH OF NARRA LUMBER, VEHICLE SEIZED

The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., conducted an anti-illegal logging operation on May 16 to 17, 2026 at Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental, resulting in the arrest of a suspect and the seizure of illegally transported forest products and a wing van vehicle.

Acting on information from a concerned citizen regarding the alleged illegal cutting of hardwood trees in the area, operating units from CIDG, intelligence and special operations units, and local police units, in coordination with CENRO Gingoog City, conducted the operation that led to the interception of the illegal shipment and the arrest of the suspect.

Authorities intercepted a wing van loaded with narra lumber and flitches being transported without proper documentation.

Confiscated during the operation were 208 pieces equivalent to 7,122 board feet of mixed-dimension narra lumber and flitches valued at ₱1,068,300.00, along with a wing van valued at ₱1,200,000.00, bringing the total estimated value of confiscated items to ₱2,268,300.00. The suspect and all evidence were brought to Gingoog City Police Station for documentation and filing of appropriate charges in line with Presidential Decree 705, also known as the Forestry Reform Code of the Philippines.

The operation reflects the implementation of the PNP Focused Agenda, a transformation framework aimed at making police service more responsive, accountable, and community-centered. Central to this agenda are key priorities such as enhanced managing police operations and active community support, which directly align with strengthened enforcement against environmental crimes through intelligence-driven operations and public cooperation.

“Illegal logging is a serious offense that destroys our environment and endangers future generations. We will continue to enforce the law and ensure accountability for all violators,” said PGEN Nartatez.

“Ang pagprotekta sa kalikasan ay hindi lamang tungkulin ng iilan. Sa sama-samang pagkilos, mas napapalakas natin ang laban kontra illegal logging,” he added.

As the PNP intensifies its campaign against environmental law violations 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)

19/05/2026

PULISYA SA NORTHERN SAMAR TUMULONG SA MENOR DE EDAD NA NAABUTAN SA CURFEW

Nagpakita ng malasakit at agarang pagtugon ang mga pulis sa Catarman, Northern Samar matapos tulungan ang isang menor de edad na naabutan sa pagpapatupad ng curfew ordinance sa Brgy. Ipil-Ipil.

Sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., agad na inaksyunan ng Catarman Municipal Police Station noong Mayo 14, 2026 ang insidente matapos mahuli ang bata dahil sa paglabag sa curfew ordinance. Dinala siya sa himpilan ng Women and Children Protection Desk (WCPD) para sa tamang assessment, kung saan napansin ng mga pulis na may sugat siya sa kanang binti na nangangailangan ng agarang medikal na atensyon.

Sa inisyatiba ni PLtCol Alden E Dugan, Acting Chief of Police, kaagad na binigyan ng tamang gamutan ang menor de edad. Habang nasa kustodiya, binigyan siya ng kinakailangang pangangalaga at tulong bago ligtas na naihatid sa kanyang pamilya.

Ipinakita rin ng insidente ang pagpapatupad ng PNP Focused Agenda sa pamamagitan ng makatao at responsableng police service.

“Law enforcement must always be balanced with compassion and understanding. We are here not only to enforce rules but to protect lives,” pahayag ni PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr.

“Ang pagprotekta sa kabataan ay hindi opsyon kundi tungkulin ng bawat lingkod-bayan,” dagdag pa niya.

Sa kabuuan, ipinakita ng insidente ang balanseng pagpapatupad ng disiplina at malasakit ng kapulisan sa komunidad. Patuloy na pinagtitibay ng PNP ang layunin nitong “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

14/05/2026

WANTED PERSON IN 2025 MURDER CASE VOLUNTARILY SURRENDERS IN BULACAN

A 37-year-old Filipino male voluntarily surrendered following the service of a warrant of arrest for murder in Baliwag, Bulacan on the afternoon of May 12, 2026.

Personnel of the Baliwag City Police Station, through a tracker team, facilitated the voluntary surrender of the accused after sustained intelligence monitoring and continuous coordination with his family and close contacts. The accused is reportedly a member of a local criminal group operating in Bulacan.

The warrant of arrest, issued by the Regional Trial Court (RTC), Third Judicial Region, Branch 9 in Malolos, Bulacan on January 6, 2026, carries no bail recommended for the murder case involving an incident in June 2025 in Baliwag, Bulacan.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., commended the operating unit for the accomplishment, underscoring the importance of sustained police effort and coordination in locating wanted persons.

“Hinihikayat natin ang mga taong may kinakaharap na kaso na makipagtulungan at sumunod sa batas. Ang boluntaryong pagsuko ay mahalagang hakbang upang maharap nang maayos ang kanilang mga kaso sa tamang proseso ng hustisya,” he said.

The accused was turned over to the custody of the Baliwag City Police Station for documentation and proper disposition.

The successful operation forms part of the PNP’S continuing implementation of its Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, reinforcing intelligence-driven initiatives and targeted law enforcement actions in support of public safety objectives aligned with the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

The PNP reiterated its commitment to proactive policing and community partnership in support of safer communities under “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)