On June 8, 2026, law enforcement personnel in Western Visayas successfully apprehended 15 wanted individuals, marking a significant step in their ongoing manhunt operations.
The operations were coordinated by various police units, including the Iloilo Police Provincial Office and the Antique Police Provincial Office, as part of a broader strategy to maintain peace and order.
Key Arrests Highlight Police Efforts
Our relentless pursuit of wanted persons reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting our communities and ensuring that those who violate the law are held accountable. I commend our personnel for their dedication and sacrifice.
Police Brigadier General Randulf Tuaño, Acting Regional Director, PRO 6
Among those arrested were a provincial-level fugitive and two municipal-level offenders, showcasing the reach and effectiveness of the police operations.
- 15 individuals apprehended in total
- Includes 1 provincial-level and 2 municipal-level fugitives
Brigadier General Tuaño praised the collaborative efforts of the police units, emphasizing that teamwork is essential in apprehending those evading justice.
This operation is part of the Philippine National Police's ongoing commitment to enforce the law and ensure that those with pending charges face justice.
Authorities have called on the public to assist in future operations by providing information that could help locate additional fugitives.
The PRO 6 plans to continue its intensified manhunt campaigns, reinforcing its mission of effective and transformative policing throughout the region.