25/08/2026
PNP SALUTES COURAGE, DISCIPLINE OF OFFICERS IN CAMARINES SUR INCIDENT
The Philippine National Police (PNP) commended its personnel in Camarines Sur for maintaining restraint and prioritizing peaceful intervention before taking necessary action to protect a fellow officer and prevent further harm during an armed incident on August 22.
Personnel of the San Jose Municipal Police Station responded to a report of an armed individual in Zone 1, Barangay Calalahan, San Jose, Camarines Sur. Upon arrival, the responding team, led by PSSg Noli M. Miraรฑa, initially attempted to communicate with the individual and peacefully de-escalate the situation.
The situation suddenly escalated when the individual charged at the officers and attacked PSSg Miraรฑa with a bolo, causing severe injuries to his left hand and face. His fellow officers immediately intervened to protect him and prevent further harm, taking necessary action to stop the threat.
PSSg Miraรฑa and the individual were promptly brought to a medical facility for treatment and later transferred to the Bicol Medical Center. The PNP continues to ensure that appropriate assistance is extended to its injured personnel.
Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. commended the courage and professionalism of the responding officers, particularly their effort to peacefully manage the situation before it escalated.
โI commend PSSg Noli M. Miraรฑa for his courage and professionalism, and his fellow officers for immediately coming to his aid. Despite the danger they faced, they remained focused on protecting lives and bringing the situation under control,โ PGen Nartatez said.
โOur officers are trained to talk first, de-escalate when possible, and use force only when necessary to protect life. Pero kapag may agarang panganib na, they must have the courage and sound judgment to act. That is responsible policing,โ he added.
The incident underscores the risks faced by police personnel who respond to calls for assistance, often without knowing what they will encounter upon arrival. It also highlights the importance of disciplined and measured police action, with the safety of the public and responding personnel kept at the center of every operation.
The response forms part of the PNPโs Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which strengthens the capability of police personnel to respond effectively, responsibly, and proportionately to situations requiring immediate intervention.
The PNP remains committed to supporting its personnel who perform their duties under difficult circumstances while upholding the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.โs call for a professional and responsive police service.
Guided by its commitment to a โBagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman,โ the organization will continue to protect lives, maintain public safety, and serve communities with professionalism and compassion.
(PNP-PIO)
