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PNP CITES PEACEFUL, ORDERLY LABOR DAY CELEBRATION

The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported that the nationwide observance of Labor Day on May 1, 2026 concluded generally peaceful and orderly, following close monitoring of activities across the country, with more than 106,000 police personnel strategically deployed to ensure public safety.

As of 7:00 PM, a total of 58 rallies were monitored, all of which have been completed without any major untoward incidents. Authorities recorded an estimated 13,324 participants who joined various activities nationwide, reflecting active yet manageable public engagement throughout the day.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., said the overall situation reflects strong public cooperation and the professionalism of personnel on the ground.

“Sa kabuuan, naging mapayapa at maayos ang paggunita natin ng Araw ng Manggagawa. Nagpapasalamat tayo sa ating mga kababayan na nakiisa sa mapayapang pamamahayag, at sa ating mga kapulisan na nanatiling kalmado, disiplinado, at nakaalalay,” he said.

The Chief PNP noted that while there was an isolated incident earlier in the day involving protesters that resulted in injuries to several police personnel, it did not affect the overall peaceful conduct of activities nationwide.

“May mga hiwa-hiwalay na insidente, pero hindi nito naapektuhan ang pangkalahatang kaayusan ng mga aktibidad. Patuloy nating pinapairal ang maximum tolerance, propesyonalismo at maayos na pakikipag-ugnayan sa lahat ng sektor,” he added.

He emphasized that the PNP remains committed to upholding the right of individuals to express their views while ensuring public safety.

“Responsibilidad namin na tiyakin ang kaligtasan ng lahat—mga nagpoprotesta, mga dumaraan, at maging ang ating mga tauhan. Gagawin natin ito nang may respeto sa karapatan at dignidad ng bawat isa,” PGen Nartatez said.

The PNP attributed the orderly outcome of the nationwide observance to sustained coordination with local government units, partner agencies, and organizers, along with the cooperation of the public.

As the situation returns to normal, the PNP assures the public that it will continue to remain vigilant and responsive in maintaining peace and order, guided by its commitment to service and community trust under the Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

₱11-M ‘PAIHI’ TRADE BUSTED; SUSPECT ARRESTED

A joint police operation led by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in Batangas resulted in the arrest of a suspect involved in the illegal trading and distribution of petroleum products, locally known as “paihi,” on the evening of May 1, 2026.

The operation was carried out at around 9:45 PM in Purok 3, Mataas na Bayan, Lemery, Batangas by personnel of CIDG Batangas Provincial Field Unit, in coordination with the Provincial Intelligence Unit of Batangas Police Provincial Office and Lemery Municipal Police Station.

Authorities arrested a 36-year-old Filipino suspect during the operation. Recovered from his possession were petroleum products, a tanker truck, and related paraphernalia with an estimated value exceeding ₱11 million. The suspect, along with the seized items, was brought to the CIDG Batangas Provincial Field Unit for documentation and appropriate legal proceedings.

This successful operation is part of the Philippine National Police’s intensified efforts to address illegal activities affecting public safety and economic stability. It also supports the ongoing directives of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to ensure lawful business practices and protect consumers, in line with the PNP’s Focused Agenda under Enhanced Managing Police Operations.

PNP Chief, PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., commended the operating units for their swift and coordinated action.

“Patuloy nating paiigtingin ang ating kampanya laban sa mga iligal na gawain na nakakaapekto sa kabuhayan at kaligtasan ng ating mga kababayan. Hindi natin hahayaang manaig ang ganitong uri ng operasyon,” he said.

He added, “This accomplishment reflects the dedication of our personnel on the ground. We assure the public that the PNP remains committed to upholding the law in a fair and professional manner.”

The Philippine National Police reiterates its call for public cooperation in reporting suspicious activities as it continues to strengthen law enforcement efforts nationwide, anchored on the vision of a Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

PNP AT BFP, RUMISPONDE SA SUNOG SA STO. TOMAS, ISABELA

Mabilis na naapula ang sunog sa Brgy. B**a Oriental, Sto. Tomas, Isabela matapos ang agarang pagresponde ng Sto. Tomas Police Station at Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Sto. Tomas, na nagligtas sa komunidad mula sa mas malawak na pinsala.

Sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni Philippine National Police Chief PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., patuloy na pinapalakas ng PNP ang kakayahan nitong tumugon sa mga emerhensiya katuwang ang iba pang ahensya ng pamahalaan upang masiguro ang kaligtasan ng publiko.

Bandang alas-10 ng umaga noong Mayo 1, 2026, nakatanggap ng ulat ang Sto. Tomas Police Station hinggil sa nasusunog na bahay sa naturang barangay. Agad na rumesponde ang mga pulis kasama ang BFP Sto. Tomas upang apulahin ang apoy at tulungan ang mga residente sa paglikas.

Sa mabilis na pagkilos ng mga rumespondeng awtoridad, napigilan ang pagkalat ng apoy sa mga kalapit na kabahayan. Wala namang naiulat na nasaktan o nasawi, habang patuloy na inaalam ang kabuuang pinsala at sanhi ng insidente.

“Sa oras ng sakuna, ang mabilis na pagtugon ay isang obligasyong hindi dapat naaantala. Nandito ang PNP upang protektahan ang buhay at ari-arian ng ating mga kababayan sa anumang sitwasyon,” ayon kay PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief, PNP.

“In every emergency situation, the immediate protection of lives and property remains our top priority,” dagdag pa ni PGEN Nartatez.

Nagpahayag ng pasasalamat ang may-ari ng bahay sa mabilis na pagresponde ng mga awtoridad, na nagsabing bagama’t naapektuhan ang kanilang tahanan, mahalaga ang kaligtasan ng kanilang pamilya.

Hinihikayat naman ang publiko na manatiling alerto at agad ipagbigay-alam sa mga kinauukulan ang anumang insidente upang maiwasan ang mas malalang pinsala sa komunidad.

Sa patuloy na pagtupad ng PNP sa mandato nito, nananatili ang pangako ng organisasyon sa adhikain na “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.”

(PNP-PIO)