PNP Training Institute Regional Training Center 1

23/07/2026

INSURGENCY WEAKENS AS FOUR CTG MEMBERS YIELD, ARMS CACHE UNCOVERED IN LUZON AND VISAYAS

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the leadership of PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., strengthened the government’s counterinsurgency campaign following the voluntary surrender of four Communist Terrorist Group (CTG)-affiliated individuals and the recovery of a CTG arms cache in separate joint operations conducted on July 17, 18, and 20, 2026 in Camarines Sur, Nueva Ecija, Samar, and Northern Samar.

The operations, carried out in partnership with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), further strengthened the government’s campaign to dismantle armed insurgency and encourage former rebels to return to the folds of the law.

On July 17, a former CTG leader voluntarily surrendered in Sipocot, Camarines Sur through the joint efforts of the 9th Special Action Battalion (9SAB), Special Action Force (SAF), Sipocot Municipal Police Station, Camarines Sur Police Provincial Office, other PNP units, and the AFP. The former rebel, who previously served as Liaison of Komiteng Probinsya 1 under the Bicol Regional Party Committee from 1999 to 2002 and later as Vice Commanding Officer of the National Security Forces under the Communist Party of the Philippines from 2003 to 2024, turned over one improvised hand gr***de, two flash drives, and one memory card. He is now under police custody for documentation and evaluation for possible enrollment in the government’s Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP).

Three days later, on July 20, three more CTG-linked individuals voluntarily surrendered in Samar and Northern Samar through separate operations led by Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8), Regional Mobile Force Battalion 8, Regional Intelligence Unit 8, the Northern Samar Police Provincial Office, municipal police stations, and the Philippine Army. The surrenderers included a 75-year-old male Yunit Militia member, a former CTG member, and another male Yunit Militia member, who collectively turned over three caliber .38 revolvers and revolvers of unknown caliber, along with five rounds of live ammunition. All three are undergoing documentation and assessment for possible inclusion in the E-CLIP.

Meanwhile, on July 18, personnel of the 2nd Special Action Battalion (2SAB), SAF, together with the General Tinio Municipal Police Station, Nueva Ecija Police Provincial Office, other PNP units, and the AFP, recovered a CTG arms cache in Sitio Labuyo, Barangay Rio Chico, General Tinio, Nueva Ecija based on information provided by a former CTG member. Recovered during the operation were one caliber .45 pistol, one improvised 12-gauge pistol, three rounds of 40mm high-explosive ammunition, three improvised anti-personnel mines, one hand fragmentation gr***de, five meters of commercial detonating cord, two kilograms of ammonium nitrate/fuel oil (ANFO), three magazines, 80 rounds of assorted ammunition, one bandolier, and food supplies, dealing another significant setback to the remnants of the CTG’s operational capability.

These accomplishments reflect the PNP Focused Agenda, a strategic framework for organizational transformation aimed at making police service more responsive, capable, and mission-driven. Central to these efforts is the key priority of Enhanced Managing Police Operations, reinforcing intelligence-driven operations and inter-agency collaboration to sustain peace, protect communities, and weaken the operational capacity of terrorist groups.

“Every surrender represents another life redirected toward peace and another opportunity to strengthen the security of our communities. These results affirm that sustained law enforcement efforts, combined with government reintegration programs, remain effective in addressing insurgency,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi lamang natin pinahihina ang mga armadong grupo, binibigyan din natin ng pagkakataon ang mga nais magbagong-buhay. Ang tunay na tagumpay ay kapayapaan,” he added.

PGEN Nartatez emphasized that the PNP remains steadfast in supporting the government’s whole-of-nation approach by encouraging former rebels to abandon armed struggle while relentlessly pursuing efforts to locate and recover weapons that threaten public safety.

As the PNP intensifies its internal security operations and reinforces partnerships to sustain lasting peace and national security under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it assures the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

23/07/2026

PNP NABS 17 IN ONE-DAY ANTI-DRUG OPERATIONS; OVER ₱15.6-M IN ILLEGAL DRUGS RECOVERED

The Philippine National Police (PNP) sustained its nationwide campaign against illegal drugs after a series of coordinated operations conducted on July 22 until the early hours of July 23 resulted in the seizure of more than ₱15.6 million worth of suspected illegal drugs and the arrest of several drug suspects in different parts of the country.

The biggest accomplishment came from Police Regional Office 1, where a ma*****na eradication operation in the mountainous area of Sugpon, Ilocos Sur resulted in the discovery, uprooting, and on-site destruction of around 23,000 fully grown ma*****na plants with an estimated Standard Drug Price of ₱4.6 million.

The second-largest operation was carried out by Police Regional Office 4A, where a buy-bust operation in San Mateo, Rizal led to the arrest of 13 suspects and the confiscation of approximately 661 grams of suspected shabu with SDP of ₱4.49 million, together with buy-bust money and other non-drug evidence.

In the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, a buy-bust operation in Balindong, Lanao del Sur resulted in the arrest of a 30-year-old Filipino suspect and the confiscation of approximately 500 grams of suspected shabu with SDP of ₱3.4 million, along with marked money and other evidence.

Meanwhile, in Western Visayas, operatives from Police Regional Office 6 arrested a 38-year-old High Value Individual (HVI) during an early morning buy-bust operation in Iloilo City. Authorities recovered approximately 165 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated standard drug price of ₱1.122 million, together with buy-bust money and other non-drug evidence.

Separate anti-drug operations in the National Capital Region also yielded positive results. In Valenzuela City, police arrested a 33-year-old HVI after confiscating approximately 150 grams of suspected shabu with SDP of ₱1.02 million. In another operation in Taguig City, another 33-year-old HVI was arrested following the recovery of approximately 150 grams of suspected shabu, likewise with SDP of ₱1.02 million.

All arrested suspects are now under police custody and will face appropriate charges for violation of Republic Act No. 9165, while the confiscated drug evidence has been turned over for proper examination and disposition in accordance with established procedures.

These accomplishments form part of the PNP's intensified anti-illegal drug campaign under its Focused Agenda on Enhanced Managing Police Operations, reinforcing intelligence-driven and evidence-based law enforcement efforts in support of the peace and order priorities of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the PNP, commended the operating units for their dedication and professionalism while reminding all personnel that every operation must always be carried out within the bounds of the law.

"Malinaw ang ating mensahe: tuloy-tuloy ang ating kampanya laban sa ilegal na droga dahil tungkulin nating panatilihing ligtas ang ating mga komunidad. Ngunit kasabay nito, sisiguraduhin nating ang bawat operasyon ay isinasagawa nang may integridad, may paggalang sa karapatang pantao, at naaayon sa batas. Ito ang uri ng serbisyo publiko na nararapat sa ating mga kababayan."

The PNP assured the public that its anti-illegal drug operations will continue through sustained coordination, intelligence-driven enforcement, and lawful police action against those involved in the illegal drug trade. Guided by the commitment to Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman, the organization remains steadfast in delivering responsive, professional, and people-centered policing in communities across the country.

(PNP-PIO)

23/07/2026

BARANGAY KAGAWAD FALLS IN PNP ANTI-ILLEGAL DRUG OPERATION; ₱2.24-M SUSPECTED SHABU SEIZED

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its campaign against illegal drugs with the arrest of a high-value individual during a police operation in Iloilo City on July 21, 2026, resulting in the confiscation of approximately 330 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated Standard Drug Price (SDP) of ₱2,244,000.00.

The operation was carried out in Barangay Ortiz, City Proper, Iloilo City by joint operatives of the Iloilo City Police Office, with the support of other operating units and in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA). Authorities arrested the suspect, identified only by the alias "Buldog," a 46-year-old male who was classified as a High-Value Individual (HVI).

Aside from the suspected illegal drugs, operatives also recovered the marked buy-bust money and other pieces of non-drug items that will be used in the filing of appropriate charges.

The operation forms part of the PNP's sustained anti-illegal drug campaign under its Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, which strengthens intelligence-driven and coordinated law enforcement efforts. It also supports the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in promoting safer communities through consistent and lawful enforcement of the country's anti-illegal drug laws.

PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. commended the operating units for the successful operation while emphasizing that every police action must always be carried out within the bounds of the law and with respect for due process.

"Mas mataas ang inaasahan ng taumbayan sa mga taong nanunungkulan sa pamahalaan. Kaya malinaw ang ating paninindigan—walang puwang ang espesyal na pagtrato sa pagpapatupad ng batas. Ang bawat operasyon ay isinasagawa batay sa ebidensya, at ang bawat kaso ay hahawakan nang patas, may paggalang sa due process, at naaayon sa batas. Iyan ang tungkuling patuloy na gagampanan ng PNP," PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP assured the public that it will continue to strengthen intelligence-based operations against individuals involved in the illegal drug trade while encouraging communities to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities in reporting unlawful activities. These continuing efforts reflect the organization's commitment to building safer communities under the banner of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

23/07/2026

23/07/2026

This morning, July 23, 2026, starting at 5:00 AM, RTC 1 personnel led by PMAJ Silverio S. Castillo, Chief NAS, under the supervision of PCOL charlie D Umayam, C, RTC1 conducted the 2nd Physical Fitness Test (PFT) for PSOCC Batches 2026-01 & 2026-02 and PSJLC Batch 2026-01.

Held at the RTC 1 Parade Ground in Aringay, La Union, the activity was carried out in coordination with RMDU1, PRO1 led by PMAJ Alexander Alex Alexandrecazh B Duque, C, Medical.

The test concluded smoothly by 7:30 AM with fruitful result

23/07/2026

ANTI-TERRORISM

23/07/2026

SONA 2026

23/07/2026

EX-BIFF BOMBER LINKED TO THE SAF 44 MAMASAPANO CLASH, CAPTURED

The Philippine National Police (PNP), under the command of PNP Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., scored another major accomplishment in its intensified campaign against wanted persons following the capture of the No. 2 Most Wanted Person in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and the No. 1 Most Wanted Person in Maguindanao del Sur during a joint operation on July 21, 2026, in Barangay Tukanalipao, Mamasapano, Maguindanao del Sur.

The accused is an ex-Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) bomber who, based on police records, was implicated in the 2015 Mamasapano clash involving the SAF 44 and the March 28, 2026 ambush of PNP personnel in Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur. He was arrested by virtue of multiple Warrants of Arrest for multiple counts of murder, frustrated murder, attempted murder, robbery, and double murder with multiple frustrated murder, one of which carries a no bail recommendation.

Police records further indicate that the accused received explosives training from alias “Marwan” and another senior extremist operative. He was also identified as a senior member and adviser of the Panenekelan Criminal Gang with reported links to the Dawlah Islamiyah-Hassan Group and had claimed membership under the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (M**F) 128 Base Command.

The operation was jointly conducted by personnel of the Maguindanao del Sur Police Provincial Office, the Regional Intelligence Division of PRO BAR, the Mamasapano Municipal Police Station, the 34th Infantry Battalion of the Philippine Army, and the 44th Special Action Company of the PNP Special Action Force. The accused was brought to the Maguindanao Provincial Hospital for medical examination before being placed under the custody of the Mamasapano Municipal Police Station pending turnover to the issuing court.

PGEN Nartatez commended the operating teams for the successful operation, emphasizing that the arrest underscores the PNP’s commitment to ensuring that fugitives accused of grave offenses are brought before the courts.

“The arrest of one of the region’s most wanted fugitives demonstrates the Philippine National Police’s unwavering resolve to pursue individuals facing serious criminal charges and ensure they are brought before the courts to answer for their actions,” PGEN Nartatez said.

“Hindi namin hahayaang manatiling malaya ang mga taong iniuugnay sa mabibigat na krimen. Patuloy ang aming operasyon upang matiyak na maipatutupad ang batas at maibibigay ang hustisya,” ani PGEN Nartatez.

This accomplishment reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, a strategic framework for organizational transformation, by advancing the key priority of Enhanced Managing Police Operations through sustained intelligence-driven efforts against wanted persons and other criminal elements.

As the PNP intensifies its campaign against wanted persons and other criminal elements under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it assures the public of “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)

23/07/2026