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10/05/2026

CRIME TREND DROPS BY 12% UNDER SAFER CITIES INITIATIVE

The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported a continued decline in major crime incidents nationwide following the intensified implementation of the Safer Cities Initiative launched on April 6, 2026, which strengthened focused anti-criminality operations across key urban and high-risk areas.

Based on the latest monitoring period covering April 6 to May 6, 2026, total focus crime incidents decreased from 3,047 to 2,684, or 363 fewer cases, reflecting a 12% overall reduction in crime.

Major focus crimes posted notable declines during the monitoring period. R**e cases dropped from 519 to 387 (25.4%), while physical injury cases decreased from 489 to 370 (24.3%). Homicide declined from 99 to 85 (14.1%), and theft cases went down from 1,066 to 1,014 (5%). Meanwhile, murder and robbery cases both registered a 7.4% reduction, from 339 to 314 and 363 to 336 cases, respectively.

Meanwhile, carnapping incidents remained generally manageable during the monitoring period.

The PNP said the results reflect the continuing implementation of focused crime prevention measures and enhanced police deployment strategies in urban centers and communities under the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly through Enhanced Managing Police Operations.

The organization also reported sustained high performance in Crime Clearance Efficiency (CCE) and improved Crime Solution Efficiency (CSE) involving the eight focus crimes. The latest monitoring period recorded an 87.15% CCE, while CSE improved to 68.19% from 64.92% in the previous monitoring period, reflecting continuing efforts to strengthen investigations, evidence gathering, case build-up, and coordination with prosecutors and witnesses.

According to the PNP, the sustained high clearance and improving solution efficiency rates demonstrate the effectiveness of intensified police operations and evidence-driven investigations.

Chief PNP, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., welcomed the development while emphasizing the need for sustained police presence and community cooperation.

“Ang pagbaba ng focus crimes ay resulta ng tuloy-tuloy na trabaho ng ating mga pulis sa buong bansa, kasama ang suporta ng mga komunidad at local government units. Hindi tayo titigil hangga’t hindi mas lalo pang nararamdaman ng mamamayan ang seguridad sa kanilang mga lugar,” PGen Nartatez said.

He added that the PNP remains focused on improving investigations and immediate police response to incidents.

“We continue to strengthen our operational readiness and investigative capabilities. As your PNP, we will continue to improve our operations and ensure that our people feel safe in their homes, workplaces, and communities. Our goal is simple — a police organization that the public can trust and rely on every day,” he added.

The PNP assured the public that intensified anti-criminality operations and community engagement efforts will continue nationwide as part of the organization’s commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

“CIRCUM-MISSION” NG RMFB 8, NAGHATID NG LIBRENG TULI AT PAGMAMALASAKIT SA LEYTE

Sa bawat ngiti ng batang ligtas na nabigyan ng serbisyong medikal, muling naipapakita ang mukha ng kapulisan na may malasakit at pusong handang maglingkod. Sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., matagumpay na isinagawa ng Regional Mobile Force Battalion 8 ang “Circum-Mission: Oplan Tuli ng RMFB 8” noong Mayo 9, 2026 sa Battalion Headquarters sa Capoocan, Leyte.

Sa isinagawang libreng tuli, kabuuang 59 na kabataan mula sa iba’t ibang barangay ang nabigyan ng maayos, ligtas, at malinis na circumcision procedure sa tulong ng mga medical practitioner at volunteers. Layunin ng programa na makatulong sa mga magulang na hindi kayang tustusan ang gastusin sa naturang operasyon habang tinitiyak na ang mga kabataan ay mabibigyan ng wastong pangangalagang pangkalusugan.

Hindi lamang serbisyong medikal ang inihatid ng RMFB 8 kundi maging mahalagang kaalaman para sa komunidad. Habang nagpapatuloy ang operasyon, nagsagawa rin ng educational symposium para sa mga magulang at guardian sa waiting area. Tinalakay din ng kapulisan ang mahahalagang probisyon ng Republic Act 11313 o “Bawal Bastos Law” at Republic Act 9262 o Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act. Nagpamigay rin sila ng information flyers at road safety reminders upang mapalawak pa ang kamalayan ng publiko.

Naging posible ang matagumpay na aktibidad dahil sa pagtutulungan ng Tacloban City Health Office, mga doktor mula sa Philippine Academy of Family Physicians Residents’ Organization (PAFRO), Battalion Advisory Group for Police Transformation and Development (BAGPTD), at mga personnel ng RMFB 8 na nagkaisa upang maihatid ang serbisyong kailangan ng komunidad.

“The PNP remains committed to programs that genuinely uplift the lives of our people, especially the youth. Small acts of service can create lasting impact in the community,” pahayag ni PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. “Sa pamamagitan ng mga ganitong programa, ipinapakita natin na ang kapulisan ay hindi lamang tagapagpatupad ng batas kundi katuwang din ng mamamayan sa pangangalaga ng kanilang kapakanan.”

Dagdag pa ni PGEN Nartatez, “Community outreach activities strengthen the connection between the police and the public through compassion and service. Patuloy nating ilalapit ang mga programang may tunay na pakinabang sa ating mga kababayan.”

Kasabay ng patuloy na pagsasagawa ng mga programang pangkomunidad, isinusulong ng PNP ang PNP Focused Agenda—isang direksyon ng pagbabago na naglalayong higit pang mapalapit ang serbisyo-pulisya sa mamamayan. Sa pamamagitan ng Enhanced Managing Police Operations at Active Community Support, mas pinagtitibay ng organisasyon ang pagtugon nito sa pangangailangan ng publiko sa pamamagitan ng makabuluhang inisyatiba para sa komunidad.

Habang patuloy na isinusulong ng Philippine National Police ang mga programang nakatuon sa kalusugan, kapakanan, at mas matibay na ugnayan sa mamamayan, pinatitibay nito ang hangarin ng “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

10/05/2026

PNP NABS 7 IN ₱13.3-M SMUGGLED CIGARETTE HAUL

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., intensified its campaign against smuggling operations after police units in Lanao del Norte and Agusan del Norte arrested seven individuals and confiscated more than ₱13.3 million worth of smuggled ci******es during separate operations conducted on May 8 and 9, 2026.

In Linamon, Lanao Del Norte, joint operatives from local police and Regional Intelligence Units conducted a checkpoint operation on May 8 in Brgy. Samburon. The operation resulted in the arrest of five male suspects and the confiscation of 289 boxes of smuggled ci******es valued at ₱11,560,000.00. Authorities also recovered four transport vehicles believed to have been used in the illegal transport of the contraband. The suspects and confiscated items are now under the custody of the Linamon Municipal Police Station for proper disposition and filing of charges.

Meanwhile, police operatives conducted an anti-smuggling operation in Jabonga, Agusan Del Norte on May 9, leading to the arrest of two male suspects. Authorities confiscated 2,311 reams and 35 packs of smuggled ci******es with an estimated market value of ₱1,800,000.00, along with a utility transport vehicle allegedly used in the movement of the illegal goods. The arrested individuals and recovered items were brought to the custody of Jabonga MPS.

PGEN Nartatez emphasized that the operations demonstrate the PNP’s sustained drive against illegal trade activities that undermine legitimate businesses and government revenue collection. “Illegal smuggling operations weaken lawful commerce and fuel other criminal activities. The PNP will continue to strengthen enforcement efforts and hold accountable those involved in these unlawful schemes,” said PGEN Nartatez. “Hindi natin hahayaang gamitin ang ating mga komunidad bilang daanan ng ilegal na kalakalan. Patuloy nating tututukan ang mga grupong kumikita sa gawaing labag sa batas.”

The operations were conducted in line with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which strengthens law enforcement efforts against economic sabotage and other criminal activities affecting public order and economic security.

PGEN Nartatez likewise commended the operating units for their vigilance and commitment in intercepting the illegal shipments before they could be distributed in local markets. “These accomplishments show that relentless police presence and sustained enforcement actions can significantly disrupt illicit trade networks across the country,” PGEN Nartatez stated. “Malinaw ang mensahe natin sa mga sangkot sa smuggling—mahaharap kayo sa batas at hindi titigil ang kapulisan sa pagtugis sa inyo.”

As the PNP intensifies operations against smuggling and other forms of economic sabotage under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the organization assures the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

03/05/2026

03/05/2026

OVER 7,300 FORCES MOBILIZED TO SECURE ASEAN SUMMIT 2026 IN CEBU

A large-scale security deployment was formally launched at the Mactan Shrine in Lapu-Lapu City on Saturday, May 2, 2026, with more than 7,300 personnel from various government security and emergency response agencies mobilized in preparation for the ASEAN Summit 2026 in Central Visayas.

The send-off ceremony was led by local officials and top security leaders, together with PNP Chief, PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., marking the full activation of coordinated national security measures for one of the region’s most significant diplomatic events.

PNP Chief, PGEN Nartatez also conducted an aerial inspection over key areas in Central Visayas to assess operational readiness, validate deployment plans, and ensure seamless coordination of security forces across critical sites, transport routes, and event venues.

The Task Group Central Visayas under the Committee on Security, Peace and Order, and Emergency Preparedness and Response (CSPOEPR) was formally activated, integrating forces from the PNP, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), Department of Health (DOH), Office of Civil Defense (OCD), and other partner agencies. The deployment covers site security, convoy protection, coastal and airspace monitoring, traffic management, emergency medical response, and rapid incident handling.

PGEN Nartatez emphasized that preparations for the summit have been comprehensive, deliberate, and continuously refined.

“This operation is the result of extensive planning and sustained coordination, drawing from established best practices in previous national and international events. We are fully prepared to ensure a safe and secure ASEAN Summit,” he said.

He also underscored that deployment levels are calibrated based on operational requirements to maintain optimal security coverage at all times.

The ASEAN Summit 2026 will be held on May 7 to 8 in Lapu-Lapu City, with foreign delegates arriving as early as May 5 and expected to depart until May 12. The event is expected to gather world leaders to discuss key regional issues including security cooperation, economic integration, and policy development.

Anchored on the PNP Focused Agenda—a transformation framework designed to make police service more responsive, efficient, and community-centered—the deployment highlights strengthened inter-agency coordination and intelligence-driven operations, particularly under enhanced managing police operations and active community support, ensuring a safe, orderly, and secure environment for the international summit.

As the PNP leads comprehensive security operations for ASEAN Summit 2026 under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP continues to assure the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

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03/05/2026

PNP STEPS UP RESPONSE AS MAYON ACTIVITY CONTINUES

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its operations in Albay following the recent pyroclastic density current or “uson” ,which means 'dangerous' in Bicolano, from Mayon Volcano at around 5:38 PM, prioritizing the safety and security of affected communities.

Police Regional Office 5 (PRO 5) immediately deployed personnel to manage traffic along key roads, ensuring unhampered movement for emergency response. Police visibility and checkpoints were also strengthened in critical areas to prevent entry into identified danger zones and maintain public order.

On the ground, PNP personnel are assisting in the distribution of face masks and providing timely reminders on health precautions, particularly against ashfall and related hazards. Close coordination continues with local government units, the Office of Civil Defense, and disaster response offices to support evacuation, rescue, and relief efforts.

The PNP is also assisting local officials in monitoring affected areas and managing evacuation centers, ensuring the safety and orderly stay of evacuees. The activation of the KASUROG Disaster Emergency Assistance Response (D.E.A.R.) Team further strengthens rapid response and humanitarian assistance operations in the province.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., assured the public of the organization’s full commitment to safeguarding communities affected by the volcanic activity.

“Patuloy ang ating pagbabantay at pagtulong sa ating mga kababayan. Ang kaligtasan ng bawat isa ang ating pangunahing layunin. Hinihikayat namin ang publiko na sumunod sa abiso ng mga awtoridad at umiwas sa mga delikadong lugar,” PGen Nartatez said.

He added that the PNP will sustain its presence in key areas, including Camalig, Guinobatan, and Ligao City, as part of ongoing efforts to secure communities and support government response operations.

The PNP reminds the public to stay indoors during ashfall, wear protective masks, and remain updated through official advisories. Public cooperation and vigilance remain essential to ensure everyone’s safety.

As the situation develops, the PNP reaffirms its commitment to responsive and compassionate service in line with the vision of a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

03/05/2026

PULIS, NAMAHAGI NG REFLECTORIZED VESTS SA KANYANG KAARAWAN

Sa halip na tumanggap ng regalo sa kanyang kaarawan, pinili ni Police Corporal Jenny I. Agsaulio ng City of San Fernando Police Station na magbigay-serbisyo sa kapwa.

Noong Abril 30, 2026, kasabay ng kanyang ika-34 kaarawan, namahagi si PCpl Agsaulio ng reflectorized safety vests sa mga e-bike at motorcycle riders sa isinagawang checkpoint sa Brgy. Lingsat. Isinagawa ang pamamahagi sa kahabaan ng national highway sa oras na kritikal ang visibility sa gabi, bilang dagdag proteksyon sa mga motorista.

Ayon kay Agsaulio, simpleng paraan niya ito upang makapagbahagi at makatulong sa kaligtasan ng kapwa. Malugod namang tinanggap ng mga benepisyaryo ang mga safety vest, na inaasahang makatutulong upang maiwasan ang aksidente lalo na sa gabi.

Pinuri ni Chief, PNP, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. ang inisyatiba ng pulis.

“Ang ganitong mga simpleng hakbang ay may malaking epekto sa kaligtasan ng publiko. Ipinapakita nito na ang pagiging pulis ay hindi lamang tungkulin, kundi malasakit sa kapwa. Nakakatuwang makita na may mga ganitong inisyatiba mula sa ating hanay,” ani PGen Nartatez.

Dagdag pa niya, “Ito ang uri ng paglilingkod na nais nating palaganapin—yung kusa, may malasakit, at tunay na nararamdaman ng mamamayan.”

Ipinapakita ng nasabing gawain ang patuloy na pagsisikap ng PNP na paigtingin ang community engagement at road safety initiatives, kasabay ng adbokasiya ng Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

25/04/2026

ALENG PULIS NAGPAKITA NG PAG-AARUGA SA SANGGOL AT INA

Isang simpleng tagpo sa loob ng opisina ang naging malinaw na halimbawa ng tunay na diwa ng paglilingkod matapos magpakita ng agarang malasakit si Pat Ana Marie B. Cañete, miyembro ng Regional Community Affairs and Development Division (RCADD), ng Police Regional Office 8 habang naka-duty noong Abril 23, 2026.

Habang inaasikaso ang isang kliyenteng humihingi ng tulong para sa dugo, napansin ni Pat Cañete ang dalawang buwang sanggol na umiiyak dahil sa gutom, habang ang ina ay halatang nanghihina at nahihirapang tugunan ang pangangailangan ng kanyang anak. Sa halip na ipagwalang-bahala ang sitwasyon, agad siyang kumilos at nag-alok ng tulong.

Sa pahintulot ng ina, buong pag-iingat at malasakit niyang inasikaso ang sanggol upang mapatahan ito. Dahil sa kanyang maagap at makataong aksyon, agad na kumalma ang bata at nabawasan ang pangamba ng ina sa gitna ng kanilang pinagdaraanan.

Pinuri ni Chief PNP, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. ang ipinakitang kabutihan ni Pat Cañete, na aniya ay sumasalamin sa tunay na layunin ng bawat pulis.

“Hindi lang pagpapatupad ng batas ang papel ng ating mga pulis. Mahalaga rin ang malasakit—yung marunong kang tumingin sa kalagayan ng kapwa at kumilos kung kinakailangan. Iyan ang klase ng serbisyo na gusto nating maramdaman ng bawat Pilipino,” ani PGen Nartatez.

Dagdag pa niya, “Ito ang uri ng pulis na gusto nating makita—may puso, may malasakit, at handang tumulong nang walang hinihintay na kapalit.”

Binigyang-diin din ng PNP na ang ganitong mga kilos, bagamat tahimik at hindi hinahanap ang pansin, ay mahalagang bahagi ng pagpapatibay ng tiwala ng publiko sa kapulisan.

Ang insidenteng ito ay patunay na ang tunay na serbisyo ay hindi nasusukat sa laki ng aksyon, kundi sa lalim ng malasakit—isang adhikain na patuloy na isinusulong ng organisasyon sa ilalim ng Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.