Muñoz CPS Nueva Ecija PPO

14/03/2026

10 FARMER GROUP MEMBERS WITHDRAW SUPPORT FROM LEFTIST ORGANIZATION IN ECIJA

CAMP GEN. MARIANO N. LLANERA, CABANATUAN CITY — NEPPO’s intensified campaign against the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) in the province resulted in the withdrawal of support of 10 individuals from a militant farmers’ organization yesterday, March 13, 2026.

A report reaching PCOL RITCHIE R CLARAVALL, Provincial Director, NEPPO, stated that joint elements of 2nd PMFC (lead unit), Guimba PS, San Jose PS, Lupao PS, Llanera PS, Rizal PS, Pantabangan PS, Sto. Domingo PS, Licab PS, Quezon PS, Cuyapo PS, PIU, 303rd MC-RMFB3, NICA3, RIU3, RID3, 91IB 7ID PA, and 21SAC-2SAB conducted a Special Intelligence Operation at Barangay Casongsong, Guimba, Nueva Ecija.
The operation led to the voluntary surrender of 10 individuals who withdrew their support from Liga ng Manggagawang Bukid (LMB).

The said militant group is under the Alyansang Magbubukid sa Gitnang Luzon, affiliated with the Kilusan ng Magbubukid ng Pilipinas. Police records disclosed that the said personalities were recruited in 2016 by a certain alias SAMMY.

The personalities were identified through their aliases as , 26; , 60; , 67; , 63; , 50; , 64; , 40; , 65; , 60; and , 23, all of whom subsequently took their oath of allegiance to the government.

The former militants are now undergoing debriefing with the 2nd PMFC.

PCOL CLARAVALL said, “NEPPO will continue to strengthen its whole-of-nation approach in addressing insurgency concerns, encouraging individuals who were misled by communist front organizations to return to the fold of the law and support the government’s peace and development efforts.”

This aligns with the directives of PBGEN JESS B MENDEZ, Regional Director of PRO3, and the PNP Focused Agenda – “Bagong PNP Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”

14/03/2026

GAPAN CITY PS SERVES SEARCH WARRANT; NETS SUSPECT, FI****MS AND SHABU

CAMP GEN. MARIANO N. LLANERA, CABANATUAN CITY — NEPPO’s service of a search warrant in Gapan City resulted in the arrest of an armed suspect and the confiscation of illegal drugs yesterday morning, March 13, 2026.

PCOL RITCHIE R CLARAVALL, Provincial Director, said that at about 10:30 AM, elements of Gapan City PS implemented a Search Warrant against the subject, a 43-year-old electrician and resident of Barangay Macabaklay, Gapan City.

Seized from his custody were one (1) caliber .45 pistol with inserted magazine loaded with five (5) live ammunition, one (1) caliber .38 revolver loaded with four (4) live ammunition, and six (6) heat-sealed transparent plastic sachets containing suspected shabu weighing more or less two (2) grams with an estimated DDB value of Php 13,600.00.

The suspect and the confiscated pieces of evidence were brought to Gapan City Police Station, while appropriate charges for violations of RA 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) and RA 10591 (Comprehensive Fi****ms and Ammunition Regulation Act) are being prepared against the suspect.

“We will show no tolerance against individuals who continue to engage in illegal drug activities and illegal possession of fi****ms in the province. NEPPO will remain relentless in its efforts to keep Nueva Ecija safe and secure,” PCOL CLARAVALL said.

This operation is in line with the directives of PBGEN JESS B MENDEZ, Regional Director, PRO3, and the PNP Focused Agenda — “Bagong PNP Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.” # # #

14/03/2026

7 WANTED PERSONS FALL IN ECIJA POLICE MANHUNT OPERATIONS

CAMP GEN. MARIANO N. LLANERA, CABANATUAN CITY — Seven (7) wanted persons were arrested by police operatives in Nueva Ecija during the intensified Manhunt Charlie Operations, yesterday, March 13, 2026.

PCOL RITCHIE R CLARAVALL, Provincial Director, NEPPO said that the arrests were carried out separately by elements of Sto. Domingo PS, Carranglan PS, Talavera PS, Cabanatuan City PS, Science City of Muñoz PS, San Isidro PS, and Quezon PS in their AORs.

The wanted persons are facing charges for Estafa, Violation of Batas Pambansa Blg. 22, Carnapping, Malversation of Public Property, Violation of RA 9262, and Illegal Discharge of Firearm respectively.

The accused are now under police custody.

PCOL CLARAVALL reiterated that NEPPO will continue to intensify manhunt operations to ensure that wanted persons are arrested and held accountable before the law, echoing the directives of PBGEN JESS B MENDEZ, Regional Director of PRO3, and the PNP Focused Agenda — “Bagong PNP Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.” # # #

14/03/2026

MULTIPLE DRUG SUSPECTS NABBED IN NEPPO'S BUY-BUST OPERATIONS; GUN, SHABU SEIZED

CAMP GEN. MARIANO N. LLANERA, CABANATUAN CITY — Five (5) drug suspects were arrested while illegal drugs and a loose firearm were confiscated in a series of anti-illegal drug buy-bust operations conducted by police units across Nueva Ecija, yesterday and this morning March 14, 2026

Reports reaching PCOL RITCHIE R CLARAVALL, Provincial, NEPPO stated that elements of Santa Rosa PS, Jaen PS, Sto. Domingo PS, Talavera PS, and Science City of Muñoz PS conducted separate Anti-illegal Drug-bust Operations in their AORs.

These led to the arrest of five (5) drug traders from whom, MOL 12.65 grams valued at Php 86,020.00.

Meanwhile, in Science City of Muñoz, operatives also confiscated one (1) caliber .38 revolver from one (1) of the arrested suspects during the operation.

The suspects will be charged with RA 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) and RA 10591 (Comprehensive Fi****ms and Ammunition Regulation Act) respectively.

"NEPPO remains steadfast in its campaign against criminality across the province, intensifying the directives of PBGEN JESS B MENDEZ, RD PRO3, and the PNP Focused Agenda — Bagong PNP Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.” # # #

14/03/2026

CABANATUAN COPS NET MORE THAN PHP400K WORTH OF SHABU; HVI, NOTORIOUS DRUG TRADERS ARRESTED

CAMP GEN. MARIANO N. LLANERA, CABANATUAN CITY — More than Php 400,000.00 worth of illegal drugs, a High Value Individual (HVI), and notorious drug traders were netted by NEPPO during its anti-illegal drug operations in Cabanatuan City, yesterday, March 13, 2026.

A report received by PCOL RITCHIE R. CLARAVALL, Provincial Director, NEPPO, stated that at about 10:43 PM, elements of Cabanatuan City PS conducted an Anti-illegal Drug Buy-bust Operation in Barangay H. Concepcion Sr., Cabanatuan City that resulted in the arrest of a 45-year-old HVI drug trader together with his cohort, a 45-year-old tricycle driver, both residents of Barangay Padre Crisostomo, Cabanatuan City.

Seized during the operation were more or less 57.70 grams of suspected shabu.

Earlier that day, three (3) other drug traders were also arrested in a similar operation conducted in Barangay Gen. Luna, Cabanatuan City, where 2.34 grams of suspected shabu were confiscated.

In total, 60.04 grams of suspected shabu with an estimated DDB value of Php 408,272.00 were seized during the two (2) operations.

The arrested suspects and the confiscated pieces of evidence were brought to Cabanatuan City Police Station for proper disposition, while appropriate charges for violation of RA 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) are being prepared against them.

“These successful operations reflect NEPPO’s relentless campaign against illegal drugs in the province. We will continue to intensify our intelligence-driven operations to ensure that drug personalities are brought to justice and our communities remain safe,” PCOL CLARAVALL said.

The operation was conducted in line with the directives of PBGEN JESS B MENDEZ, Regional Director of PRO3, and the PNP Focused Agenda — “Bagong PNP Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.” # # #

14/03/2026

BULACAN SHOOTING CASE SOLVED IN 48 HOURS; TWO SUSPECTS ARRESTED

The Philippine National Police (PNP) swiftly arrested two suspects involved in the fatal shooting of a police non-commissioned officer in Brooklyn Heights Subdivision, Panginay, Guiguinto, Bulacan, resolving the case within 48 hours through coordinated intelligence and police operations.

The suspects—a 43-year-old former police officer believed to be the gunman and a 42-year-old alleged driver—were arrested on March 10, 2026 following focused follow-up operations conducted by police units. They are now under police custody and are facing charges for murder, frustrated homicide, and violations of firearm and explosives laws.

The incident occurred on March 8 during a homeowners’ association gathering when the armed suspect suddenly opened fire at the crowd. The police officer sustained fatal gunshot wounds while a 54-year-old resident was injured during the incident.

During recovery operations, authorities also seized fi****ms, ammunition, motorcycles, mobile phones, and an explosive device, which are now undergoing further examination as part of the ongoing investigation.

PNP Chief, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., lauded the swift and coordinated response of the operating units and investigators that led to the immediate arrest of the suspects.

“Pinupuri ko ang ating mga pulis sa maagap at maayos nilang pagtugon sa insidente. Ang mabilis na pagkilos ng ating mga operatiba ay patunay ng kahandaan at pagiging alerto ng PNP sa pagpapanatili ng kaayusan at kapayapaan sa komunidad,” he said.

He added, “The swift resolution of this case demonstrates the PNP’s strong commitment to uphold justice and ensure accountability.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of our fallen officer, and we assure the public that justice will be pursued without delay.”

The PNP continues to strengthen its operational and investigative capabilities to ensure that public safety and the rule of law remain top priorities, consistent with Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

14/03/2026

NEPPO CAPTURES 10 WANTED PERSONS IN PROVINCE-WIDE MANHUNT OPS

CAMP GEN MARIANO N LLANERA, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. NEPPO continues its aggressive stance against criminality as various City and Municipal stations successfully served warrants and conducted operations over the past 24 hours, yesterday, March 12, 2026.

PCOL RITCHIE R CLARAVALL, Provincial Director, NEPPO said that warrant personnel of Guimba MPS (1), San Jose City PS (1), Gapan City PS (1), Cabanatuan City PS (1), Zaragoza PS (1), Bongabon PS (2), Gen. Tinio PS (1), and Cuyapo PS (1) conducted separate Manhunt Charlie Operations in their AORs which resulted in the arrest of nine (9) wanted individuals. The arrested wanted persons, who are now under the custody of the operating units, are being pursued by law for Violations of RA 9262, RA 7610, RA 9003, RA 9262 and BP 22, Frustrated Homicide, Malicious Mischief, and Theft respectively.

The accused are now under custody of the aforesaid police stations.

“Through our sustained anti-criminality efforts, NEPPO continues to ensure the safety and security of Nueva Ecija by apprehending individuals evading justice and those involved in illegal activities,” said PCOL CLARAVALL, in line with the directive of PBGEN JESS B MENDEZ, RD, PRO3, to intensify the anti-criminality campaign across Central Luzon in support of the PNP Focused Agenda — Bagong PNP Para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman. # # #

14/03/2026

FIVE SUSPECTS ARRESTED, INQUESTED IN 2 DAYS FOLLOWING SWIFT POLICE OPERATIONS IN NUEVA ECIJA DOUBLE SLAY

Camp Capt. Julian Olivas, City of San Fernando, Pampanga — Five suspects were arrested and inquested within two days after swift police operations in connection with a brutal double murder in Peñaranda, Nueva Ecija.

On March 9, 2026, a burned red Toyota Wigo was discovered in Brgy. Sinasajan with the charred remains of Michael Odchigue and Regine Espinosa inside.

Through intelligence-driven investigation, CCTV review, and follow-up operations by PRO3 units, the suspects were arrested on March 11, 2026 in Brgy. Siempre Viva Sur, Mallig, Isabela. They are now under the custody of Peñaranda MPS, with inquest proceedings for Murder conducted before the Prosecutor’s Office.

PRO3 Regional Director PBGEN Jess B. Mendez commended the operating units, noting that the swift arrest of the suspects demonstrates the PNP’s commitment, in line with the PNP Focused Agenda of Chief PNP PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., to ensure perpetrators of heinous crimes are brought to justice while delivering serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman to the people of Central Luzon.

14/03/2026

PRO3 RD MENDEZ PAYS COURTESY CALL ON GUIMBA MAYOR, NUEVA ECIJA CONGRESSWOMAN

PBGEN Jess B Mendez, Regional Director of Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3), paid a courtesy call on Hon. Jesulito E. Galapon, Mayor of Guimba, Nueva Ecija, and Hon. Mikaela Angela “Mika” Suansing, Congresswoman of the 1st District of Nueva Ecija, on March 13, 2026 at about 9:00 AM at the D. Natividad Farm House in Brgy. Casungsung, Guimba, Nueva Ecija.

The meeting highlighted the strong partnership between the Philippine National Police and local government leaders in promoting peace and order, enhancing public safety, and sustaining collaborative efforts for the welfare and development of communities in Central Luzon.

14/03/2026

PRO3 ENSURES SECURITY DURING VISIT OF PRESIDENT BBM IN NUEVA ECIJA

Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3), under the leadership of PBGEN Jess B Mendez, Regional Director, ensured the orderly and secure conduct of the visit of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. on March 13, 2026 at about 9:00 AM at D. Natividad Farm House, Brgy. Casungsung, Guimba, Nueva Ecija.

PBGEN Mendez personally supervised the deployment of police personnel in coordination with other security units to guarantee the safety of the President and all participants during the activity.
The PRO3 Regional Director emphasized the importance of maintaining heightened security measures and seamless coordination among law enforcement units to ensure the successful and peaceful conduct of the presidential visit.

The activity forms part of the continued commitment of PRO3 to uphold public safety and security in Central Luzon, especially during high-level government engagements and official visits.

14/03/2026

25/02/2026

NEPPO COPS ARREST 2 DRUG PUSHERS AND SEIZE OVER PHP 12K WORTH OF ILLEGAL DRUGS IN SEPARATE OPS

CAMP GEN. MARIANO N. LLANERA, CABANATUAN CITY. NEPPO, under the leadership of PCOL HERYL “DAGUIT” L BRUNO, Provincial Director, intensified its anti-illegal drug campaign, resulting in the arrest of two (2) drug pushers in separate operations, this morning, February 25, 2026.

According to the reports received by PCOL BRUNO, the operations were conducted by Cabanatuan City PS and General Tinio PS that led to the arrest of the suspects, both male aging 21 and 45 years old.
Seized during the operations were 1.82 grams of suspected shabu and 2.9 grams of suspected dried ma*****na leaves, with a combined DDB value of Php 12,811.00.

The suspects are now under police custody while appropriate charges for violation of RA 9165, (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002), are being prepared for filing.

PCOL BRUNO underscored that NEPPO continues to strengthen its campaign against illegal drugs in the province, in line with the directives of PBGEN JESS B MENDEZ, RD PRO3 and with the PNP Focused Agenda – Bagong PNP Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman. # # #