06/09/2026
LONG-SOUGHT MOST WANTED PERSON ARRESTED IN BUKIDNON R**E CASE INVOLVING MINOR
Police authorities in Bukidnon arrested the No. 5 Regional Most Wanted Person on September 5, 2026, in connection with multiple r**e charges involving his 15-year-old daughter, following the implementation of a court-issued warrant.
The suspect, known by the alias “Rhen,” 40, a farmer and resident of Bukidnon, was arrested in Damulog, Bukidnon, by personnel of the Kibawe Municipal Police Station, in coordination with the Bukidnon Police Provincial Office and Regional Headquarters units.
The warrant, issued by the court on August 26, 2026, covers one count of Qualified R**e of a Minor and four counts of R**e by Sexual Assault. One case carries a recommended bail of PHP200,000.00, while the four other cases have no recommended bail.
Police records indicate that the alleged abuse began when the victim was six years old and was later brought to the attention of her relatives, resulting in the filing of the cases and the subsequent issuance of the warrant.
Chief, PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the PNP will continue to act on court-issued warrants while ensuring that both victim protection and due process are observed.
“Kapag may batang kailangang protektahan, we have to act with urgency and care. At the same time, we respect the legal process. Our responsibility is to make sure the case is properly handled, the victim’s dignity is protected, and the accused is given due process before the proper court,” PGen Nartatez said.
The suspect is currently under police custody for documentation and proper disposition. The PNP is withholding the identity and other information that could identify the minor, consistent with laws protecting children and victims of sexual abuse.
The operation forms part of the PNP’s Focus Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through coordinated, responsive, and lawful police action. It also supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s continuing efforts to strengthen public safety and protect vulnerable members of society.
The PNP remains committed to carrying out its responsibilities with firmness, fairness, and compassion, consistent with the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.
(PNP-PIO)