Tag: Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3)
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Suspect in Killing of Bulacan ABC President Arrested in Cavite
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — A suspect linked to the killing of a barangay official in Bulacan was arrested by joint police operatives during a manhunt operation in Kawit on April 10, 2026. According to the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3), the 45-year-old suspect was apprehended at around 11:30 a.m. in Barangay Marulas, Kawit by virtue…
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PRO3 Intensifies Police Visibility; Over 3,200 Violators Recorded in Central Luzon
PAMPANGA — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has intensified its police visibility and law enforcement operations across Central Luzon as part of the implementation of the Safer Cities Program, resulting in the recording of 3,265 violators from April 6 to 9, 2026. The operations are being carried out in support of the Safer Cities…
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PRO3 Reports Manageable Holy Week Situation in Central Luzon; Urges Public Vigilance
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) reported a generally manageable peace and order situation across Central Luzon during the observance of Holy Week, despite an increase in incidents linked to heightened travel and outdoor activities at the peak of the summer season. Based on monitoring from March 29 to April 5,…
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PRO3, Nagsagawa ng Taimtim na Way of the Cross Bilang Paggunita sa Mahal na Araw
Camp Olivas, PAMPANGA — Sa diwa ng taimtim na pagninilay at pagkakaisa sa pananampalataya, nakiisa ang Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) sa paggunita ng Mahal na Araw sa pamamagitan ng isang Way of the Cross nitong Biyernes Santo, Abril 3, sa Camp Captain Julian Olivas, sa Pampanga. Ang tradisyunal na debosyong Katolikong Stations of the…
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Php6.6-M Worth of Illegal, Expired Food Products Seized in Central Luzon Ops; Two Arrested
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — Authorities seized approximately Php6.6 million worth of illegal and expired food products in two separate operations in Central Luzon, resulting in the arrest of two individuals in Bulacan and Tarlac, police reported. The operations were carried out through coordinated efforts of law enforcement units under the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3)…
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PRO3 Records 14.95% Drop in Focus Crimes Under RD Mendez
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has recorded a 14.95 percent decline in focus crimes across Central Luzon, reflecting intensified police operations and strengthened peace and order initiatives in the region. Data from PRO3 showed that focus crime incidents decreased from 214 cases recorded between February 1–23, 2026 to 182 cases…
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PRO3 Deploys 2,000 Police Personnel Across Central Luzon for LIGTAS SUMVAC 2026
PAMPANGA — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) will deploy around 2,000 police personnel across Central Luzon as part of its security preparations for “LIGTAS SUMVAC 2026,” aimed at ensuring a safe, orderly, and secure summer vacation season. The deployment is in line with the focused agenda of the Philippine National Police which prioritizes enhanced…
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PRO3 Solves Bulacan Cop Killing
PAMPANGA — Police authorities arrested two suspects linked to the fatal shooting of a police officer in Guiguinto, Bulacan following coordinated hot pursuit operations conducted by joint police units on March 10. According to the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3), the suspects were apprehended in separate follow-up operations in Bulakan, Bulacan and Obando, Bulacan, less…
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PRO3 Leadership Transition Highlights Continuity, Reform Agenda in Central Luzon
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — A leadership transition at Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) on February 24 signaled not just a change in command, but a renewed emphasis on operational discipline, accountability, and sustained anti-criminality efforts across Central Luzon. Police Brig. Gen. Jess B. Mendez formally assumed post as Regional Director of PRO3 in a turnover…
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Swift Police Action Leads to Arrest of Robbery Suspect After Armed Encounter in Nueva Ecija
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — A robbery incident in Nueva Ecija on Tuesday afternoon, February 17, 2026, triggered a rapid police response that resulted in the arrest of one suspect and the death of another following an armed confrontation with pursuing officers. According to reports from the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3), personnel of the Gabaldon…
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PRO3 Enhances Mental Health Support Through Psychological Screening and Awareness Drive
PAMPANGA — Emphasizing that effective policing relies on healthy and resilient personnel, Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) continues to reinforce its mental health initiatives through the conduct of Psychiatric and Psychological Examination (PPE) under the Bantay Kaisipan program, alongside an awareness campaign on mental health red flags. Led by Police Colonel Jonathan S. Adanglao, Chief…
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PRO3 Nets Four in Back-to-Back Drug Busts; Over Php900,000 Worth of Shabu Seized
PAMPANGA — Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) reported consecutive gains in its intensified campaign against illegal drugs with the arrest of four suspects and the seizure of more than Php900,000 worth of suspected shabu in separate buy-bust operations in Pampanga and Bulacan from January 30 to 31, 2026. In Mabalacat City, Pampanga, joint operatives of…
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Kidnapped Business Owner Rescued in Under 10 Hours; Php5-M Ransom Demand Foiled, Three Suspects Arrested
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — A 59-year-old business owner abducted in Cabanatuan City was safely rescued in less than 10 hours following swift, intelligence-driven operations by the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3), leading to the arrest of all three suspects and the foiling of a Php5-million ransom demand. Police said the kidnapping occurred at around 7:52…
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PRO3 Commemorates SAF 44 in Nationwide Day of Remembrance
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) joined the nation on Sunday, January 25, in honoring the heroism and ultimate sacrifice of the 44 members of the Philippine National Police–Special Action Force (SAF) who were killed during the 2015 Mamasapano clash in Maguindanao. A solemn wreath-laying ceremony was held at exactly 8:00…
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PRO3 Arrests Final Accused in Bulacan ‘Ghost’ Flood Control Graft Case
CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has arrested the last remaining accused in the high-profile graft case involving alleged “ghost” flood control projects in Bulacan, marking a significant development in the long-running corruption case. Authorities served a warrant of arrest against Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) engineer Emelita Capistrano…
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