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64 suspected flying voters nabbed with explosives, weapons
Sixty-four individuals suspected of being flying voters were arrested in Buluan, Maguindanao del Sur during the elections, along with confiscated items including two hand grenades and several deadly weapons.
Authorities intercepted the suspects at checkpoints after responding to a commotion, and it was found that they were not residents of Buluan.
Brigadier General Romeo Macapaz, PRO-BAR Director, lauded the swift response of the operating team and stated that the presence of explosives and weapons among suspected flying voters is a serious threat.
Authorities are investigating the group's origin, affiliations, and possible motives.
The arrested individuals may face charges for possible election offenses and illegal possession of explosives and deadly weapons.
Buluan has been placed under the control of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) since April 15 due to election-related violence.
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