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GMA Network
3 days ago
- Politics
- GMA Network
Torre: PNP 'hopes for best, prepares for worst' ahead of SONA 2025
Philippine National Police chief General Nicolas Torre III said they are 'hoping for the best and preparing for the worst' as security preparations continue ahead of the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday. Torre made the statement after his charity boxing event in Manila where he was declared as winner by default, shortly before he headed to check on critical points of deployment to ensure the security for President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos, Jr.'s fourth SONA at the Batasang Pambasa in Quezon City. "After this, actually pupunta kami ng Baseco and then after we release the relief goods that we have, pupunta na kami sa areas kung saan ang critical points ng ating deployment sa SONA," Torre said. The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said more than 20,000 police personnel have been deployed as part of security measures for the annual event. When asked if the number of deployed cops for the SONA is overkill, Torre responded it is just part of their preparations. The NCRPO said nearly 23,000 police personnel will secure this year's SONA. "We always respect the opinion of other people. Naniniguro lang tayo, we always hope for the best but we are prepared for the worst," said Torre. (We are just making sure.) In a Super Radyo dzBB interview, NCRPO spokesperson Police Major Hazel Asilo also said they have been closely coordinating with the intelligence community as part of their SONA preparations. Meanwhile, the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) said it have traffic management and flood measures in place along Commonwealth Avenue for the SONA. — RF, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
16-07-2025
- GMA Network
Suspect linked to killing of House employee nabbed in QC—NCRPO
A suspect linked to the killing of an employee of the House of Representatives was arrested in Quezon City over illegal possession of firearms and explosives as well as falsification of identity, the National Capital Region Police Office said Wednesday. In a statement, the NCRPO said that on Tuesday, authorities arrested two suspects in an entrapment operation after receiving information from a concerned citizen. 'The male suspect, who was later found to be using falsified identification, is now being linked to a high-profile shooting incident involving the death of a top-ranking employee of the House of Representatives,' the NCRPO said. Confiscated from the male suspect were the following: a Colt MK-4 cal. 9mm pistol loaded with six live rounds an MK2 fragmentation hand grenade multiple fake IDs under the name 'Glenn Balbido Robredo' a security license driver's license Grab ID photographs showing him in security guard uniform. Meanwhile, recovered from the female suspect were the marked money used in the transaction, a white envelope, and several personal IDs. 'Authorities later confirmed that the firearm sold was the subject of the buy-bust and verified the male suspect's direct involvement in the fatal shooting, further emphasizing the severity of his criminal background,' the NCRPO said. The two were arrested after they failed to present legal documents for the seized firearm and grenade. The explosive was turned over to an explosive ordnance disposal unit for technical investigation. They are facing charges for violations of the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act and the Revised Penal Code. 'Through solid intelligence work and determined field action, we were able to apprehend the suspects who posed a serious threat to public safety,' NCRPO chief Police Major General Anthony Aberin said. 'The arrest will also put into motion the wheel of justice for the murder victim and his family,' said PMGen Aberin,' he added. On June 17, Mauricio 'Morrie' Pulhin, chief of the Technical Staff of the House committee on ways and means, was shot while attending the birthday celebration of his daughter. He was brought to a hospital for treatment but later succumbed to his injuries. Persons of interest in Pulhin's killing have been identified, according to the police. A special investigation task group has been formed to focus on the case. —AOL, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
30-06-2025
- GMA Network
Cop, suspect killed in QC shootout
A police officer and a suspect were killed during a shootout in Barangay Commonwealth, Quezon City on early Monday morning. According to Nico Waje's 'State of the Nation' report, Patrolman Harwin Curtney Bagga and his partner were responding to a robbery incident along Katipunan Street when the suspect managed to surprise and shot at them. Despite being mortally wounded, Bagga and his partner returned fire, fatally hitting the suspect. Bagga was brought to the hospital but later passed away. The bullet in his arm went through his chest. Authorities have yet to identify the suspect. The robbery victim, a food cart owner and a bystander were also shot. The National Capital Region Police Office said the responding police officers actually encountered the suspect who told them the direction of the supposed robber. When the cops turned away, the suspect pulled out his gun and fired at them. The Philippine National Police is preparing a recognition to be awarded to the slain cop. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/RF, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
17-06-2025
- Politics
- GMA Network
'Viral cop' nabbed for sedition charges
'Viral cop' Francis Fontillas, who had some harsh words for the government in his vlog after the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte, has been arrested by the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) for charges of incitement to sedition. According to a spot report from the NCRPO, Fontillas was nabbed at around 4 p.m. along Commonwealth, Quezon City on Monday through a warrant of arrest issued by the Quezon City Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 224. '[The] case is already in court… Wala na po sa PNP (It is no longer with the Philippine National Police),' said NCRPO spokesperson Police Major Hazel Asilo. Fontillas' bail was set at P36,000. Cases of incitement to sedition were filed against Fontillas on March 18 following his criticism of Duterte's arrest, which he claimed was only his stand and an exercise of his freedom of expression. In a previous post on his Facebook account, Fontillias questioned the complaint filed against him, saying he only expressed his stand. "Inciting to sedition daw 'ýung ginawa ko? Hahaha. Okay lang ba kayo? I only expressed my stand and my principles. Where's our right to freedom of expression now? Kawawa naman ang Pilipinas. Hahaha," he said. Fontillas was dismissed from service for grave misconduct on May 8, 2025. The PNP previously stressed its zero tolerance for political bias among its ranks and reminded personnel to remain apolitical and uphold the highest ethical standards in their official duties and personal conduct, including their presence on social media. 'PNP officers shall remain apolitical and non-partisan at all times and we must refrain from posting unauthorized and biased contents in social media and other communication platforms,' the Quezon City Police District said. —VAL, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
28-05-2025
- GMA Network
‘Shabu' worth P13M seized in QC buy-bust
Around two kilograms of suspected shabu worth P13.6 million were seized from an arrested suspect during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Batasan Hills, Quezon City on Tuesday evening, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said Wednesday. In a statement, the NCRPO said the suspect identified as 43-year-old 'Jessie' was nabbed after an undercover police officer was able to buy supposed illegal drugs worth P800,000 from him. The operation was launched after authorities received intelligence reports linking Jessie to drug trafficking, according to the NCRPO. Seized from the suspects were the following: two kilograms of suspected shabu packed in Chinese tea bags marked buy-bust money and high-denomination cash bills bank transaction slips personal IDs mobile phone The suspect is currently detained at Batasan Police Station and will be presented for inquest proceedings before the DOJ National Prosecution Service, the NCRPO said. According to the Quezon City Police District, the suspect will face charges for the sale and possession of illegal drugs under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. "This major arrest was not instant. This was preceded by series of intel-driven operations targeting small-time drug personalities who shared valuable intelligence resulting from the identification and arrest of this high value individual," NCRPO chief Police Major General Anthony Aberin said. —AOL, GMA Integrated News
