Apo ni Dagohoy

15/04/2026

EIGHT-DAY SAFER CITIES OPS LOG 75,492 VIOLATIONS ACROSS METRO MANILA

The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported continued enforcement of local ordinances across Metro Manila as part of the Safer Cities initiative under the Safer Metro Manila Plan, with authorities noting signs of gradual public adjustment amid sustained police visibility operations from April 6 to 13, 2026.

For the full period, a total of 75,492 violators were recorded, with drinking in public consistently emerging as the top violation, followed by roaming without shirts, curfew violations involving minors, and karaoke use beyond allowed hours—four ordinances that police continue to emphasize in community enforcement.

For April 13 alone, 7,235 violators were recorded. The Southern Police District logged 1,703, followed by the Northern Police District with 1,619, Eastern Police District with 995, Quezon City Police District with 1,568, and Manila Police District with 1,350.

Data showed that drinking in public remained the leading violation at 2,121 cases for the day. This was followed by roaming without shirts at 176 cases, curfew violations involving minors at 66, and karaoke use beyond allowed hours at 356, while other ordinance violations accounted for 4,516 cases.

Most cases were resolved on-site, with 4,210 individuals warned and released, 2,884 fined, and 141 subjected to charges depending on the nature of the violation.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., said the continuing figures show both enforcement presence and public response. “Nakikita natin na mas nagiging aware na ang publiko. Pero tuloy-tuloy pa rin ang ating paalala, sundin lang ito para iwas abala at para sa safety ng lahat,” he said.

He added that discipline in public spaces remains a shared responsibility. “Community effort ito. Kapag sumusunod ang lahat, mas maayos at mas ligtas ang mga lansangan natin,” PGEN Nartatez added.

The campaign is being carried out in line with the PNP Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, supporting the broader peace and order direction of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., as authorities continue to reinforce everyday discipline in public spaces.

This ongoing effort underscores the message of a more disciplined and responsive police force under Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

15/04/2026

15/04/2026

OVER 7,500 PNP PERSONNEL SET FOR PROMOTION IN 2026 FIRST CYCLE

The Philippine National Police (PNP) welcomed the approval of 7,516 promotion slots for uniformed personnel for the first cycle of the 2026 Regular Promotion Program, as authorized by the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM), describing it as a significant step toward strengthening the organization’s operational capability and morale.

Of the total approved quota, 1,269 are allotted for Police Corporal (PCpl), 1,007 for Police Staff Sergeant (PSSg), 580 for Police Master Sergeant (PMSg), 651 for Police Senior Master Sergeant (PSMS), 1,506 for Police Chief Master Sergeant (PCMS), and 194 for Police Executive Master Sergeant (PEMS). For the Police Commissioned Officer ranks, 607 positions are allocated for Police Lieutenant (PLT), 320 for Police Captain (PCPT), 1,119 for Police Major (PMAJ), and 263 for Police Lieutenant Colonel (PLTCOL).

The development also reinforces the PNP’s continuing efforts to professionalize the organization through a merit-based system anchored on performance, experience, and fitness for duty.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., emphasized that promotions in the police service go beyond rank advancement and should translate into greater accountability and commitment to public service.

“Ang promosyon ay hindi lang dagdag ranggo—ito ay dagdag na pananagutan sa taumbayan. As our personnel move up the ladder, we expect them to lead by example, act with integrity, and serve with a deeper sense of purpose,” PGEN Nartatez said.

He added that the latest development is aligned with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly under Morale and Welfare, ensuring that leadership positions are filled by capable and deserving personnel who can effectively respond to the demands of modern policing.

“Mas pinalalakas nito ang ating kakayahan sa operasyon. Kapag ang mga lider natin ay handa, may integridad, at may malasakit, mas nagiging maayos ang serbisyo natin sa komunidad,” he noted.

PGEN Nartatez also expressed gratitude to the NAPOLCOM for its continued support in upholding a fair and transparent promotion system within the organization, stressing that such initiatives contribute to building a more motivated and disciplined police force.

The top cop also highlighted that the initiative is in line with the guidance of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in strengthening professionalism and accountability across all levels of government service.

“As we move forward, we remind our personnel that every promotion carries with it the trust of the Filipino people. Gawin natin itong inspirasyon para mas pagbutihin pa ang ating serbisyo,” he said.

The PNP assures the public that it remains committed to upholding a transparent and merit-based promotion system, as it continues to build a more capable, responsive, and trustworthy police force—true to its vision of a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

15/04/2026

PNP SEIZES ₱3.3-M SMUGGLED CI******ES, ONE ARRESTED IN NEGROS OCCIDENTAL

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., intensified its campaign against smuggling with the successful arrest of a suspect and seizure of ₱3.3 million worth of smuggled ci******es during an operation conducted at 4:48 PM on April 13, 2026 in Sitio Mapait, Brgy. Suay, Negros Occidental.

Joint operatives from the Regional Intelligence Division of Police Regional Office – Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) and the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Regional Field Unit Negros Island Region (CIDG RFU NIR) implemented a Mission Order that led to the interception of the suspect. Seized during the operation were 66 master cases of assorted smuggled ci******es and 45 reams of imported to***co, along with a utility vehicle used in transporting the illegal goods.

The total estimated value of the confiscated items reached ₱3,345,000.00. All items have been turned over to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Revenue District Office No. 12 in Bacolod City, while the suspect is now under police custody for inquest proceedings for violation of Republic Act Nos. 10643 and 10963.

The PNP underscores that smuggling is a serious economic offense that undermines government revenue and fair trade. The organization warns that those involved in illegal trade will face the full force of the law, including imprisonment and substantial fines.

“The PNP will continue to intensify operations against smuggling and other forms of illegal trade to protect government revenue and promote fair economic practices,” said PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr.

“Walang puwang ang smuggling sa ating lipunan. Patuloy naming hahabulin at papanagutin ang mga lumalabag sa batas,” he added.

The PNP assures the public of its firm commitment to law enforcement under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., anchored on the vision of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

15/04/2026

326 NEW PNP LIEUTENANTS RECEIVE RANKS, BADGE OF HONOR, AND UNIT ASSIGNMENTS

A total of 326 newly commissioned Police Lieutenants of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) “SILANG-PAGLAOM” Class of 2026 formally entered the ranks of the Philippine National Police (PNP) during the Donning of Ranks, Badge of Honor Ceremony, and Presentation of Unit Assignment held this morning in front of the PNP National Headquarters Building in Camp Crame, Quezon City.

The ceremony was led by the Chief, PNP, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., who personally donned the ranks and bestowed the PNP Badge of Honor to the newly appointed officers, marking their official transition from cadets to full-fledged police lieutenants.

In his keynote message, PGEN Nartatez underscored the significance of the occasion as a defining moment in the lives of the graduates, describing it as not just a ceremony but a turning point in their journey of public service.

“This is the moment when your dreams put on a uniform, when your sacrifices take shape in the ranks you now wear, and when your names begin to carry responsibility far greater than yourselves,” he said.

He emphasized that while the graduates stand proud and accomplished, their true service begins beyond the walls of the academy.

“This is not the finish line. This is where the real journey begins. Hindi na ito simulation. Hindi na ito training exercise. This is where decisions are real, where consequences are immediate, and where the lives of our people will depend on you.”

The Chief PNP also reminded the new officers that the badge they now wear represents not authority, but accountability.

“The badge you wear is not a symbol of authority—it is a symbol of accountability.”

He further challenged the “SILANG-PAGLAOM” Class of 2026 to live up to their name as a generation of hope, stressing that hope must be proven daily through integrity, discipline, and service.

“Kapag nasa kalsada na kayo, wala nang applause. Wala nang medalya. Ang meron na lang ay ang mamamayan—umaasa, nagmamasid, at huhusga.”

Amid current issues faced by the PNPA following a hazing incident, the institution reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening reforms and ensuring that it continues to produce officers grounded in discipline, integrity, and professionalism, fully committed to upholding the highest standards of the police service.

The newly commissioned Police Lieutenants will be deployed nationwide in various units of the PNP. Of the 326 officers, 50 will be assigned to the Special Action Force, 26 to Police Regional Office 1, 27 to Police Regional Office 9, 34 to Police Regional Office 10, 32 to Police Regional Office 11, 29 to Police Regional Office 12, 37 to Police Regional Office BAR, 27 to Police Regional Office CARAGA, 22 to Police Regional Office MIMAROPA, and 42 to Police Regional Office Negros Island Region.

PGEN Nartatez reminded the officers that the true test of their profession happens outside ceremonies such as this, when no one is watching and when decisions carry real consequences.

“The nation does not expect you to be perfect. But it expects you to be honest, brave, and committed. Hindi kayo pinili para maging ordinaryo—pinili kayo para maging halimbawa.”

He concluded by expressing full trust and confidence in the new officers as they begin their operational deployment across the country.

“Go out there and prove that you are worthy of the ranks you wear today. Be the officers our country needs, be the leaders your fellow officers deserve, and be the hope that our people can rely on.”

The ceremony marks a significant milestone for the PNPA “SILANG-PAGLAOM” Class of 2026 as they formally begin their active service in the Philippine National Police, guided by the principle of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman

(PNP-PIO)

15/04/2026

SENIOR CITIZEN NA NAHULOG SA PALAYAN, SINAGIP NG PNP

Sa gitna ng liblib na palayan sa Natonin, isang buhay ang nailigtas sa pamamagitan ng malasakit at bayanihan. Sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni PNP Chief, PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., muling pinatunayan ng Philippine National Police ang kanilang paninindigan na rumesponde at umagapay saan mang lugar, gaano man kahirap ang sitwasyon.

Isang 66-anyos na residente ng Sitio Batnong, Brgy. Banawel, Natonin, Mountain Province ang matagumpay na nasagip noon April 12, 2026, matapos mahulog sa isang malayong palayan. Agad kumilos ang mga pulis ng Natonin Municipal Police Station sa pangunguna ni PCPT Melvin L. Salvador, katuwang ang mga residente.

Dahil hindi madaanan ng sasakyan ang lugar, ginamit ang “Fulig”—isang tradisyunal na paraan ng pagbubuhat gamit ang improvised na stretcher mula sa kawayan o metal at kumot. Sa tulong ng sama-samang lakas, maingat na iniahon ang biktima mula sa palayan patungo sa barangay road.

Pagdating sa kalsada, agad na isinakay ang biktima sa patrol vehicle ng pulisya at dinala sa hospital upang mabigyan ng agarang lunas. Ang ipinakitang malasakit at tiyaga ng mga rumesponde ang naging susi upang matiyak ang kaligtasan ng biktima.

Binigyang-diin ni PGEN NARTATEZ ang kahalagahan ng ganitong pagtugon:
“Saving lives is a fundamental duty of every police officer. Ang bawat kilos na nagliligtas ng buhay ay tunay na sukatan ng aming serbisyo.”

Dagdag pa niya:
“We will go the extra mile to reach those in need. Hindi hadlang ang layo o hirap ng lugar para kami ay tumulong.”

Ang matagumpay na pagsagip na ito ay sumasalamin sa layunin ng PNP Focused Agenda—isang gabay tungo sa mas makabuluhang serbisyo—kung saan nangingibabaw ang Enhanced Managing Police Operations at Active Community Support, na parehong naipakita sa agarang aksyon at pagtutulungan ng pulisya at komunidad.

Habang patuloy na pinapalakas ng PNP ang kakayahan nitong rumesponde at maghatid ng tulong kahit sa pinakamalalayong komunidad, patuloy nitong tinitiyak sa publiko ang “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

15/04/2026

PNP UPHOLDS INTERNAL CLEANSING WITH DRUG-FREE PERSONNEL

The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced that all personnel who underwent a random drug test on March 16, 2026 tested negative for illegal drug use, affirming the organization’s continued commitment to integrity and professionalism as part of its intensified internal cleansing efforts within the ranks.

The unannounced testing covered 45 members of the PNP Public Information Office (PIO), including uniformed, non-uniformed personnel, and civilian employees. Based on the laboratory report from the PNP Forensic Group, all specimens yielded negative results for methamphetamine and THC-metabolites, both classified as dangerous drugs.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., welcomed the results, noting that they reflect the discipline and sense of responsibility among personnel.

“Ito ay patunay na ginagawa ng ating mga kapulisan ang kanilang bahagi sa pagpapanatili ng malinis at maayos na organisasyon. Ipinapakita nito na nauunawaan ng ating mga tauhan ang kahalagahan ng pagiging mabuting halimbawa,” PGEN Nartatez said.

He added that the activity forms part of the PNP’s ongoing internal cleansing efforts under its integrity monitoring program, a key priority of the PNP Focused Agenda.

“This is something we will continue regularly. Hindi lang ito compliance—this is about sustaining trust and making sure our personnel are always ready to serve the public the right way,” he said.

The PNP emphasized that maintaining a drug-free organization is essential in delivering effective and credible police service, assuring the public that similar efforts will be sustained nationwide in support of a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)