Police in the Calabarzon region, encompassing Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon provinces, arrested 1,348 suspects during intensified anti-crime operations conducted from May 4 to 10.
According to a report from the Police Regional Office 4A (PRO-4A), this included 297 arrests linked to illegal drug activities across 247 operations.
Authorities seized a total of 919.25 grams of shabu (crystal meth), 92 ecstasy tablets, and 4,090 grams of marijuana, amounting to approximately P6.87 million.
Compared to the previous week, the number of drug-related operations rose by 79%, while the number of arrests also increased by the same percentage.
In addition to drug offenses, police apprehended 269 wanted individuals, marking a significant rise from 134 the prior week.
Also, 57 operations targeting loose firearms led to the arrest of 35 suspects and the confiscation of 78 illegal weapons.
Fourteen individuals voluntarily surrendered their firearms for safekeeping.
The PRO-4A reported an overall increase in operations, arrests, and confiscations, highlighting a concerted effort to combat illegal firearms in the region.
Anti-gambling efforts also proved effective, with 747 gamblers arrested, surpassing the 491 apprehended the week before.
PRO-4A Director Brig. Gen. Hansel Marantan praised the police for their commitment to reducing crime and received recognition from national government officials for these efforts.
This is clear proof of the diligence, competence, and dedication of our police force in faithfully carrying out their duties.
Brig. Gen. Hansel Marantan