PNP Police Regional Office 2

30/08/2026

Police Regional Office 2 joins the nation in commemorating National Heroes Day 2026, honoring the courage, patriotism, and selfless sacrifices of our Filipino heroes who dedicated their lives in service of our country.

This year’s theme, “Diwa ng Kabayanihan, Lakas ng Sambayanan,” reminds us that the spirit of heroism lives on through unity, compassion, and collective service to the nation.

May the bravery, patriotism, and love for country of our heroes continue to inspire us to uphold the values they fought for and become better Filipinos.

Mabuhay ang mga Bayaning Pilipino!

30/08/2026

PRO2 News Brief 08-30-32
August 30, 2026

PRO 2 Intensifies Security Preparations for National Heroes Day

Camp Marcelo A. Adduru, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan — The Police Regional Office 2 (PRO 2) has intensified its security preparations and deployment of personnel in anticipation of the observance of National Heroes Day in Region 2, ensuring the safety and security of the public, motorists, commuters, tourists, and communities across the region.

This deployment underscores PRO 2’s commitment to maintaining peace and order during the holiday, particularly in areas expected to experience increased public activity, including transportation terminals, major thoroughfares, commercial establishments, places of convergence, tourist destinations, and other strategic locations.

Based on the current deployment plan, PRO 2 has mobilized personnel for police visibility and fixed patrols, traffic assistance, checkpoints, border control, standby duties, and other law enforcement functions. A total of 1,225 personnel are assigned for police visibility and fixed patrol operations, 341 for traffic assistance, and 900 for checkpoint operations across the region.

In addition, 264 personnel are designated for border control operations, 206 are on standby, and 728 are deployed as Reactionary Standby Support Force. Another 736 personnel are tasked with other law enforcement functions, including administrative and support duties.

PRO 2 personnel will maintain heightened police visibility and conduct proactive security measures to deter criminal activities, address traffic concerns, respond to emergencies, and provide immediate assistance to the public. Checkpoint and border control operations will likewise be conducted in accordance with existing police protocols, with emphasis on preventing criminal activities and intercepting individuals or vehicles involved in unlawful acts.

The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and immediately report suspicious persons, activities, or unattended items to the nearest police station or law enforcement personnel. Motorists are likewise urged to observe traffic rules, exercise patience, and cooperate with authorities, particularly in areas where traffic management and security operations are being implemented.

PRO 2 Regional Director, PBGen Mariano C. Rodriguez, emphasized that the deployment is intended not only to address security concerns but also to ensure that the public can commemorate National Heroes Day in a peaceful, orderly, and safe environment.
“Our Valley Cops are fully prepared to perform their duties and ensure the safety of our communities throughout the National Heroes Day observance. We appeal to the public to cooperate with our personnel, remain vigilant, and help us maintain a peaceful celebration as we honor the sacrifices and contributions of our national heroes. This is the essence of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman,” he said.

PRO 2 assures the public that police operations will remain proactive, coordinated, and people-centered throughout the holiday period. All concerned police units have been directed to maintain readiness and ensure the prompt delivery of police services whenever and wherever needed.
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PRO2 News Brief No. 08-30-32
Authority: PBGEN MARIANO C RODRIGUEZ
Regional Director, Police Regional Office 2
Releaser: PMAJ SHARON C MALLILLIN
OIC, RPIO
Contact Nos. Tel: (078) 304-0074
Fax: (078)304-2897
Website: https://pro2.pnp.gov.ph/
page: Police Regional Office 2

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PRO2 News Brief 08-30-31
August 30, 2026

TRICYCLE DRIVER, TIMBOG SA BUY-BUST; Php122K HALAGA NG SHABU NASAMSAM SA TUGUEGARAO CITY

TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan — Arestado ang isang 49-anyos na tricycle driver matapos makuhanan ng tinatayang 18 gramo ng hinihinalang shabu na nagkakahalaga ng Php122,400.00 sa isinagawang buy-bust operation ng mga awtoridad sa Tuguegarao City noong Agosto 29, 2026.

Kinilala ang suspek na si alyas “Chal”, 49 taong gulang, may asawa, tricycle driver, at residente ng Cataggaman Pardo, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan.

Bandang tanghali, nagsagawa ng anti-illegal drug buy-bust operation ang pinagsanib na puwersa ng PIU-PDEU ng Cagayan PPO, bilang lead unit, katuwang ang Tuguegarao City Police Station, sa Pinakanawan Delpol, Centro 11, Tuguegarao City.

Nasamsam mula sa operasyon ang tatlong heat-sealed transparent plastic sachet na naglalaman ng hinihinalang shabu na may kabuuang timbang na 18 gramo at Standard Drug Price (SDP) na Php122,400.00.

Sa nasabing halaga, tinatayang 1.68 gramo ng hinihinalang shabu na nagkakahalaga ng Php11,424.00 ang nagsilbing buy-bust item, habang 16.32 gramo na nagkakahalaga ng Php110,976.00 naman ang nakuha mula sa pag-iingat ng suspek.

Narekober din sa operasyon ang isang black sling bag, isang Honor Android cellphone, isang empty pack ng Chester ci******es, isang rolled aluminum foil, at isang black Honda Beat motorcycle.

Ang lahat ng nakumpiskang ebidensya ay maayos na minarkahan at inimbentaryo sa lugar ng operasyon sa presensya ng suspek at ng mga kinakailangang saksi, kabilang ang isang opisyal ng barangay at kinatawan ng media.

Matapos ang operasyon, dinala ang suspek at mga nakumpiskang ebidensya sa Tuguegarao Component City Police Station para sa dokumentasyon at kaukulang disposisyon. Inihahanda na rin ang kaukulang kaso laban sa suspek dahil sa paglabag sa Republic Act No. 9165 o Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.

Samantala, pinuri ni PBGen Mariano C. Rodriguez, Regional Director ng Police Regional Office 2, ang mga operatibang nasa likod ng matagumpay na operasyon at muling tiniyak na hindi titigil ang PRO2 sa pagtugis sa mga indibidwal na sangkot sa ilegal na droga.

“Patuloy nating paiigtingin ang ating kampanya laban sa ilegal na droga. Walang puwang sa Cagayan Valley ang mga taong patuloy na sumisira sa kinabukasan ng ating mga kababayan sa pamamagitan ng ipinagbabawal na gamot. Hinihikayat din natin ang publiko na patuloy na makipagtulungan sa inyong kapulisan at agad na ipagbigay-alam ang anumang ilegal na aktibidad sa inyong komunidad,” pahayag ni PBGen Rodriguez.

Binigyang-diin din ng Regional Director na ang lahat ng operasyon ng PRO2 laban sa ilegal na droga ay patuloy na isasagawa alinsunod sa batas, umiiral na police operational procedures, at may paggalang sa karapatang pantao.

Patuloy na naninindigan ang PRO2 sa pagpapanatili ng ligtas, maayos, at drug-free na mga komunidad sa buong Cagayan Valley, alinsunod sa adhikain ng “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”
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PRO2 News Brief No. 08-30-31
Authority: PBGEN MARIANO C RODRIGUEZ
Regional Director, Police Regional Office 2
Releaser: PMAJ SHARON C MALLILLIN
OIC, RPIO
Contact Nos. Tel: (078) 304-0074
Fax: (078)304-2897
Website: https://pro2.pnp.gov.ph/
page: Police Regional Office 2

30/08/2026

NVPPO STATEMENT ON THE KASIBU POLICE RESPONSE

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya — The Nueva Vizcaya Police Provincial Office (NVPPO), under the leadership of PCOL PAUL T BOMETIVO, Provincial Director, issues this statement regarding the police response conducted in Barangay Paquet, Kasibu, Nueva Vizcaya on August 28, 2026.

The Kasibu Municipal Police Station (MPS) responded to an emergency call received through 911, the national emergency reporting system. The call was made by a Barangay Chairman reporting that three (3) vehicles carrying fuel and supplies were being blocked at an anti-mining barricade along a public road in Barangay Paquet.

The call through the national 911 emergency system immediately alerted the police organization, particularly the NVPPO, and required an immediate and appropriate response. The situation was also closely monitored due to the presence of several persons at the barricade and the potential for further escalation.

Upon arrival of the Kasibu MPS personnel at the area, peaceful dialogue was immediately initiated and police intervention was undertaken as necessary. As the situation involved an increasing number of persons at the barricade and a human barricade of about 400 persons thereby preventing the passage of the vehicles, additional PNP personnel, including Civil Disturbance Management (CDM) contingents, were deployed to reinforce the local police force.

Police personnel made repeated efforts to peacefully dialogue with the group and requested the voluntary clearing of the public road, as certified by the Municipal Mayor. Despite these efforts, the group refused to comply and continued to obstruct the passage of vehicles.

The police intervention resulted in the arrest of eleven (11) individuals for violations of Article 151 Resistance and Disobedience to Agent of Person in Authority.

During the operation, five (5) PNP personnel sustained minor injuries while performing their sworn duties.

The NVPPO emphasizes that the police response was prompted by an emergency call through 911 and was undertaken to maintain peace and order, protect public safety, and ensure the lawful passage along public roads, while respecting the rights of all concerned. The arrested individuals were brought to the Kasibu MPS for proper documentation and appropriate legal proceedings. # # #

NVPPO PRESS RELEASE
Authority: PCOL PAUL T BOMETIVO
Provincial Director, NVPPO
PMAJ FE CORAZON B OPILAS
Public Information Officer
page: Nueva Vizcaya Police Provincial Office

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ALLEGED ₱1M “SALISI” THEFT LANDS TENANT IN POLICE CUSTODY

The Philippine National Police, under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., arrested a 34-year-old female tenant in connection with an alleged “salisi” theft involving high-value jewelry in South Triangle, Quezon City, on August 27, 2026.

Operatives of the Kamuning Police Station (PS-10) under the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) responded after the victim discovered that three pouches containing jewelry worth approximately ₱1,007,000.00 were missing from her pink sling bag.

Initial investigation showed that the victim had earlier found the suspect inside her bedroom applying makeup, despite the suspect’s designated sleeping area being in the unit’s sala. The suspect later left the condominium.

The victim subsequently inspected the suspect’s sleeping area and recovered two bracelet chains inside a small transparent zip-lock bag. The victim’s bedroom key was likewise found near the suspect’s bed. A Buddha pendant valued at ₱250,000.00 was left behind, while its matching necklace was missing.

When the victim learned that the suspect had returned to the condominium lobby, she immediately alerted PS-10 personnel. Responding officers proceeded to the location and arrested the suspect, bringing both parties to the police station for investigation and proper disposition.

The suspect is set to be referred to the Prosecutor’s Office for the filing of a complaint for Theft (Salisi). The allegations remain subject to investigation and the appropriate judicial process, with the suspect entitled to due process under the law.

“Police response must be timely and grounded on facts, especially in cases where evidence may be crucial in establishing what happened. We will ensure that every complaint is properly acted upon and that the law is applied fairly,” said PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr.

“Maging mapagmatyag tayo sa ating mga gamit at agad humingi ng tulong sa pulis kapag may nawawala o may kahina-hinalang pangyayari,” he added.

The incident reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, a strategic framework for strengthening police service and public safety. Its priority on Enhanced Managing Police Operations is evident in the prompt response and proper handling of the case.

As the PNP strengthens its response to property-related offenses under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it assures the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)