The Daily Tribune
Alien passenger nabbed for firearms possession
A 53-year-old American national was arrested at NAIA Terminal 3 for carrying a firearm, violating Republic Act 10591 and the Omnibus Election Code.
The arrest occurred during a routine security check when an X-ray operator detected a firearm in a bag pocket, prompting a manual inspection by the PNP-AVSEGROUP.
The suspect was unable to present any legal documents for the firearm and was taken into custody by PNP-AVSEGROUP.
The individual is now under the custody of NPS 3 for further legal action, pending charges under Comelec Resolution 11067.
PNP-AVSEGROUP acting director PBGEN Christopher M. Abecia reiterated the serious consequences of violating the 2025 election gun ban.
The warning emphasizes the importance of compliance with the law to ensure a peaceful and orderly election process.
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