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NegOr police files charges vs. gun ban violators
The police in Negros Oriental have filed charges against 32 individuals for illegal possession of firearms, ammunition, and explosives in relation to the Commission on Elections gun ban.
These charges were filed as of May 12, since the election period began on January 9.
The suspects were apprehended in various locations across the province, including Bayawan City, Canlaon City, Dumaguete City, Bais City, Guihulngan City, Tanjay City, Sta. Catalina, Mabinay, Bacong, and Bindoy.
Arrests were made during police operations, such as the service of search warrants, and during joint police, military, and Comelec checkpoints.
The charges are for violations of Republic Act 10591, the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act, in conjunction with Comelec Resolution No. 10728 concerning the gun ban.
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