NBI raids Alabang homes, arrests 12 Chinese nationals

The National Bureau of Investigation-National Capital Region (NBI-NCR) arrested twelve Chinese nationals during simultaneous raids on three houses in an exclusive subdivision in Alabang, Muntinlupa.

The operation faced significant resistance from the suspects and their reinforcements, who also arrived in vehicles and were reportedly armed.

NBI agent Atty. Ferdinand Manuel stated that authorities had a difficult time containing the individuals, nearly resorting to drawing their firearms due to non-cooperation.

During the operation, ten firearms, ammunition, tasers, handcuffs, and tactical vests were recovered.

Some of the seized firearms had tampered or defaced serial numbers, and the NBI is working to trace their origins.

Four vehicles were also impounded, though the new article does not specify the reason, likely due to lack of documentation as stated in the original summary.

The raids were executed by NBI operatives in coordination with local barangay and homeowners' association representatives.