Ang Pahayagan

CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — Intensified anti-criminality and anti-illegal drug operations conducted by Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) led to the arrest of several suspects and the confiscation of more than Php1 million worth of suspected shabu in separate operations in Bulacan and Pampanga.

In Baliwag City, Bulacan, police personnel arrested a 47-year-old motorcycle rider during a checkpoint operation along DRT Highway in Barangay Pinagbarilan on May 23, 2026. The suspect was initially flagged down for violating Republic Act 10054 after allegedly driving without a standard protective helmet and side mirrors. Authorities later recovered around 55 grams of suspected shabu valued at approximately Php374,000 after the suspect reportedly attempted to evade the checkpoint and resisted arrest.

Meanwhile, in the City of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan, two suspects linked to the killing of a female victim on May 24, 2026, were apprehended following intensive follow-up operations and data gathering by personnel of the San Jose Del Monte City Police Station. Recovered during the lawful arrest were a caliber 9mm pistol loaded with live ammunition, approximately 50 grams of suspected shabu worth around Php340,000, and other evidence related to the shooting incident.

In Angeles City, Pampanga, operatives of Police Station 1 also arrested another drug suspect during a buy-bust operation conducted in Barangay Pulungbulu on May 24, 2026. Confiscated from the suspect were about 60 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated street value of Php408,000.

PRO3 Regional Director Police Brigadier General Jess B. Mendez commended the operating units for the successful operations, emphasizing that the accomplishments reflect the strengthened implementation of the PNP Focused Agenda against criminality and illegal drugs.

“These successful operations highlight the commitment of our personnel to aggressively pursue criminals, illegal drug personalities, and armed offenders who threaten the safety of our communities. We will sustain intensified police operations, checkpoints, and intelligence-driven law enforcement actions to ensure the continued safety and security of the people of Central Luzon,” Police Brig. General Mendez said.

He added that PRO3 remains committed to responsive and people-centered policing anchored on the principle of “Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.” (Jason de Asis)