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Arrested election gun ban violators now 334 — PNP
As of Thursday, January 23, 2025, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has arrested 334 individuals for violating the nationwide election gun ban, which runs from January 12 to June 11, 2025.
Metro Manila leads with 95 violators, followed by Central Luzon with 78, and Central Visayas with 36.
PNP data shows 337 firearms were confiscated nationwide, with Metro Manila having the highest number at 95.
Seized firearms include 147 revolvers, 94 pistols, seven explosives, six shotguns, one rifle, one M15 A2 rifle, and 81 other firearms.
Among the arrested were two foreign nationals, three soldiers, two members of other law enforcement agencies, and 10 security guards.
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