171 arrested, 658 firearms confiscated in Central Luzon election gun ban

Authorities in Central Luzon have arrested 171 individuals and confiscated 658 firearms and deadly weapons since the election gun ban began on January 9.

The Police Regional Office-3 (PRO-3) reported that the seized items include 164 firearms and 494 deadly weapons, such as explosives.

Brig. Gen. Matthew P. Baccay, PRO-3 regional director, has directed police officials to enhance security measures to ensure a peaceful election on May 9.

Baccay also encouraged the public to cooperate with authorities at checkpoints, assuring them that police personnel will follow proper procedures and respect their rights.

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