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25/04/2026

PNP INTENSIFIES CYBER OPS; 6 SUSPECTS COLLARED IN FAKE DENTISTRY SCHEME

The Philippine National Police arrested six (6) individuals in separate entrapment operations across Ormoc City, Catanduanes, Iloilo City, and Zamboanga City for allegedly offering unauthorized dental services online, in a nationwide drive to curb misleading cyber-enabled practices and protect public health.

In Ormoc City, Leyte, operatives of the Ormoc City Cyber Response Team arrested three suspects identified by their aliases “Debbie,” 36; “Sara,” 24; and “Jamal,” 32, following operations conducted on April 7 and April 11, 2026.

In Catanduanes, a 35-year-old male alias “Leo” was arrested in Virac on April 7, 2026. In Iloilo City, a 21-year-old female alias “Lourdes” was apprehended in Jaro on April 10, 2026, while in Zamboanga City, a 22-year-old male alias “Godoy” was likewise arrested on the same day.

All suspects will face charges for violation of Section 33(a) of Republic Act 9484 or the Philippine Dental Act of 2007, in relation to Section 6 of Republic Act 10175 or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., said these coordinated operations reflect the organization’s sustained effort under the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, in support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to further strengthen safer cities through proactive law enforcement.

“We are continuously warning the public against online individuals who offer services beyond their professional authority. Ang layunin natin ay protektahan ang ating mga kababayan mula sa anumang uri ng panlilinlang, lalo na sa mga serbisyong may kinalaman sa kalusugan,” he said.

He also reminded the public of their role in supporting law enforcement efforts.
“Ang kapulisan ay patuloy na nakaantabay, ngunit mahalaga ang pagiging mapanuri at ang agarang pag-uulat ng kahina-hinalang aktibidad online,” PGen Nartatez added.

The PNP reaffirmed its commitment to intensify cyber operations and strengthen community protection measures, as it advances the vision of a more responsive police force under “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

25/04/2026

TABANGO MPS, RUMESPONDE SA ROAD INCIDENT SA BARANGAY GIMARCO

Mabilis na pag-aksyon at malasakit sa kalsada ang ipinamalas ng kapulisan matapos ang isang vehicular self-accident sa Barangay Gimarco, Tabango, Leyte noong April 15, 2026. Rumesponde ang mga awtoridad upang magbigay ng tulong at tiyakin ang kaligtasan sa lugar.

Sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., patuloy na pinapalakas ng Philippine National Police (PNP) ang presensya nito sa mga komunidad upang agad na makatugon sa mga insidente at magbigay ng agarang serbisyo sa publiko.

Isang personnel mula sa MDRRMO ang personal na nagtungo sa Tabango Municipal Police Station (MPS) upang iulat ang naganap na aksidente. Bagama’t walang naiulat na nasugatan, nagdulot ito ng pansamantalang abala sa kalsada. Sa pangunguna ni PCMS Manuel N. Carel Jr., agad na tinungo ng mga personnel ng Tabango MPS ang lokasyon at nakiisa sa mga residente at concerned citizens upang maibsan ang epekto sa daloy ng trapiko at maiwasan ang dagdag na pinsala.

Sa pamamagitan ng pagtutulungan ng pulisya at komunidad, matagumpay na naalis ang sasakyang sumalpok sa poste, dahilan upang maibalik ang maayos at ligtas na daloy ng trapiko.

Ang insidenteng ito ay nagpapakita ng kahalagahan ng mabilis na pagtugon at aktibong pakikibahagi ng komunidad, kung saan malinaw na naipamalas ang prinsipyo ng PNP Focused Agenda, partikular ang Enhanced Managing Police Operations at Active Community Support, na siyang nagiging daan upang mas maging epektibo ang serbisyo ng pulisya sa aktuwal na sitwasyon sa lansangan.

Binigyang-diin ni PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. ang kahalagahan ng presensya ng kapulisan: “Police service means being present when people need help. Ang serbisyo ng pulis ay nariyan agad sa oras ng pangangailangan ng mamamayan.” Dagdag pa niya, “Trust is built through action on the ground. Ang tiwala ng tao ay nakukuha sa simpleng pagtulong at malasakit sa bawat sitwasyon.”

Sa patuloy na pagtupad sa tungkulin ng PNP, nananatiling matatag ang organisasyon sa layunin nitong isulong ang: “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

25/04/2026

FIVE FISHING BOATS INTERCEPTED IN AKLAN WATERS

The Philippine National Police-Maritime Group intensified its campaign against illegal fishing following a seaborne patrol operation on April 15, 2026 in the waters off Tangalan, Aklan, which led to the interception of five fishing boats operating without the required permits and local government documents, in violation of Republic Act 8550 or the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998, as amended by RA 10654.

Five individuals were taken into custody, while the fishing vessels, equipment, and catch valued at approximately PhP2,156,000.00 were confiscated and documented for proper disposition. The boats were found engaged in unauthorized fishing activities within municipal waters.

The operation forms part of the PNP Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, in support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to strengthen protection of the country’s marine resources and coastal communities.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., underscored the importance of sustained maritime operations, stressing that the campaign is not only about enforcement but also about safeguarding the country’s future food security.

“Hindi natin palalampasin ang mga lumalabag sa ating batas sa karagatan. This is about protecting our fisherfolk and ensuring that our marine resources are preserved for the next generation,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP Maritime Group reiterated that operations against illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing will continue nationwide as part of ongoing efforts to protect marine ecosystems and support legitimate fishing communities.

This initiative aligns with the government’s broader drive for environmental protection and sustainable livelihood, advancing the goal of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman” through consistent and visible law enforcement at sea.

(PNP-PIO)

25/04/2026

PNP SUSTAINS DRIVE VS ILLEGAL DRUGS, ₱25.7M MA*****NA WIPED OUT

The Philippine National Police (PNP) under the leadership of PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., reported the destruction of approximately ₱25.7 million worth of ma*****na plants in a series of anti-illegal drug operations conducted in the Cordillera region from April 13 to 19, 2026.

A total of 22 eradication operations were carried out by police units, leading to the uprooting of around 94,918 fully grown ma*****na plants and the seizure of about 56.6 kilograms of dried ma*****na products. These operations were conducted in key areas identified as cultivation sites, with the bulk of the plants discovered in Benguet, Mountain Province, and Kalinga.

In Benguet alone, 17 operations resulted in the destruction of 14,418 ma*****na plants and the confiscation of dried ma*****na, with an estimated value of ₱9.68 million. A separate operation in Mountain Province accounted for 60,000 plants worth ₱12 million, while four operations in Kalinga led to the eradication of 20,500 plants valued at ₱4.1 million.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., underscored that these operations are part of a sustained effort to cut the supply of illegal drugs at the source.

“Hindi lang po ito simpleng pagbubunot ng halaman. Ito ay pagprotekta sa ating mga komunidad laban sa ilegal na droga. Tuloy-tuloy ang ating aksyon—walang ligtas sa batas,” he said.

He added that the campaign is aligned with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations. “We are targeting production areas to stop the spread of illegal drugs before they reach our streets. This is a proactive and sustained approach,” he noted.

The Chief PNP also issued a strong warning to those involved in illegal drug cultivation and trade. “Sa mga patuloy na sangkot sa ilegal na droga, malinaw ang aming paalala—titiyakin ng PNP na kayo ay mananagot. Hindi kami titigil,” he stressed.

The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities by reporting suspicious activities in their communities. The PNP emphasized that public support is crucial in sustaining the gains of anti-illegal drug operations.

These efforts are in line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen the campaign against illegal drugs while ensuring the safety and security of communities nationwide.

The PNP remains committed to intensifying its operations and building safer communities, anchored on its vision of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

25/04/2026

25/04/2026

25/04/2026

SALUTE! ALENG PULIS, INALAGAAN ANG SANGGOL NG EXAMINEE SA GITNA NG NAPOLCOM EXAM SA BAGUIO

Sa gitna ng isang mahalagang araw para sa mga nangangarap maging lingkod-bayan, isang simpleng kilos ng malasakit ang tumatak at nagbigay saysay sa tunay na diwa ng serbisyo publiko.

Sa kasagsagan ng NAPOLCOM Entrance Examination noong April 19, 2026 sa Baguio City, ipinamalas ni PCpl Marjorie P. Wacnag ng Baguio City Police Office – City Mobile Force Company ang isang kahanga-hangang halimbawa ng malasakit.

Habang abala ang isang ina mula sa Cervantes, Ilocos Sur sa pagkuha ng pagsusulit, naiwan ang kanyang sanggol sa pangangalaga ng lolo. Nang magsimulang umiyak ang bata dahil sa gutom, hindi nag-atubili si PCpl Wacnag—na isa ring ina—na alagaan at pakainin ang sanggol. Sa sandaling iyon, siya ay hindi lamang pulis kundi isang inang handang umalalay sa kapwa.

Ang kanyang ginawa ay higit pa sa tungkulin—ito ay isang konkretong patunay na ang serbisyo publiko ay may kasamang malasakit at pag-unawa. Sa ganitong mga pagkakataon, mas napapalapit ang ugnayan ng kapulisan at ng komunidad, at mas lalong tumitibay ang tiwala ng mamamayan sa kanilang mga tagapangalaga.

Bahagi ito ng mas malawak na layunin ng PNP sa pamamagitan ng PNP Focused Agenda—isang gabay sa patuloy na pagbabago ng organisasyon upang maging mas makatao, responsive, at nakatuon sa pangangailangan ng mamamayan. Nakasentro rito ang mga key priority na humuhubog sa direksyon ng PNP, kabilang ang Enhanced Managing Police Operations na makikita sa agarang pagtugon at malasakit na ipinamalas sa pangyayaring ito.

Binigyang-diin ni PNP Chief, PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., ang kahalagahan ng ganitong uri ng serbisyo: “Policing is not only about enforcing the law, but also about responding to human needs when it matters most. Ang simpleng pagtulong sa kapwa ay may malaking epekto sa tiwala ng publiko.”

Dagdag pa niya, “Moments like this show the real character of our police force. Ipinapakita nito na ang ating mga pulis ay marunong makiramdam at handang tumulong sa oras ng pangangailangan.”

Sa bawat ganitong kwento ng malasakit, mas lalong nabibigyang-buhay ang tunay na diwa ng pagiging lingkod-bayan—isang serbisyong may puso at malasakit sa kapwa.

Habang patuloy na pinapalakas ng PNP ang ugnayan nito sa komunidad sa pamamagitan ng mga gawaing may malasakit at agarang pagtugon, patuloy nitong pinagtitibay ang tiwala ng mamamayan at isinusulong ang adhikain ng isang makataong kapulisan, alinsunod sa bisyon ng “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

25/04/2026

25/04/2026

PNP STRENGTHENS INTERNAL DISCIPLINE THROUGH SUSTAINED ACCOUNTABILITY MEASURES

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reiterated its strict zero tolerance policy against all forms of misconduct within its ranks, following public concern over recent complaints involving some personnel, including allegations of sexual harassment and other administrative and criminal offenses.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., emphasized that discipline and accountability remain core principles of the organization’s reform agenda, ensuring that all personnel are held to the highest standards of conduct regardless of rank or position.

“Sa PNP, malinaw ang direksyon natin—lahat ay pananagutin sa kanilang mga paglabag sa tamang proseso. We enforce discipline firmly, fairly, and consistently across all ranks,” the Chief PNP said.

He added that these measures reflect the organization’s commitment to uphold institutional integrity while ensuring strict observance of due process in all administrative proceedings.

Based on official records covering August 26, 2025 to April 15, 2026, a total of 908 PNP personnel were involved in resolved administrative cases with corresponding penalties imposed across various categories of offenses.

The breakdown of resolved cases shows that 326 personnel were dismissed from the service, composed of 32 Police Commissioned Officers, 289 Police Non-Commissioned Officers, and 5 Non-Uniformed Personnel. A total of 53 personnel were demoted, while 199 were suspended. Meanwhile, 26 personnel received reprimand, and 304 cases resulted in dismissal or exoneration following due process.

These dismissal cases, covering the period August 26, 2025 to April 11, 2026, were directly acted upon and ordered by the Chief, PNP, PGen Nartatez reflecting cases elevated to the national level for final disposition.

Data from these PGen Nartatez–approved dismissals show that the leading cause is absence without official leave (AWOL) with 118 cases, followed by other grave offenses with 44 cases, and robbery or extortion with 33 cases. Violations involving arbitrary detention, unlawful arrest, violation of domicile, and maltreatment of prisoners accounted for 24 cases, while violations of Republic Act 9262 reached 23 cases.

Drug-related offenses recorded 24 cases, consisting of 13 personnel who tested positive for illegal drugs and 11 involved in illegal drug activities. Other violations include violations of Republic Act 11053 (Anti-Hazing Act of 2018) with 12 cases, violations of Republic Act 10591 Section 38 (planting of evidence) with 8 cases, and violations of Republic Act 9745 (Anti-Torture Act of 2009) with 2 cases.

Additional offenses include murder with 4 cases, illegal discharge of fi****ms with 4 cases, immorality including concubinage with 4 cases, r**e with 3 cases, immorality including adultery with 3 cases, immorality including sexual harassment with 3 cases, malversation and graft-related offenses with 5 cases combined, carnapping with 3 cases, kidnapping with 2 cases, estafa or swindling with 5 cases, homicide with 1 case, and parricide with 1 case. All cases underwent appropriate administrative and legal processes prior to the imposition of dismissal.

These cases account for only a small portion of the PNP’s total personnel, the majority of whom continue to serve with professionalism and integrity.

“Ang mga kasong ito ay kumakatawan lamang sa napakaliit na bahagi ng ating hanay. Ang nakararami sa ating mga pulis ay patuloy na naglilingkod nang may propesyonalismo, katapatan, at dedikasyon sa tungkulin,” PGen Nartatez stressed.

From a broader organizational perspective, and including decisions made at all levels of command, PNP records show that a total of 1,010 personnel were dismissed from the service during the period, covering decisions issued at various levels of command, including those acted upon by respective Regional Directors of Police Regional Offices in accordance with their administrative jurisdiction.

PGen Nartatez said these figures highlight the PNP’s sustained internal cleansing and accountability efforts under its Focused Agenda, particularly the Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which ensures swift, fair, and rule-based resolution of administrative cases.

“Patuloy ang ating pagsusumikap na palakasin ang ating hanay. Ang layunin natin ay isang PNP na disiplinado, may integridad, at tunay na maaasahan ng mamamayan,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP assured the public that it will continue to strengthen internal disciplinary mechanisms while sustaining reforms that reinforce institutional integrity and public trust, in line with its commitment under Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)