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Election gun ban in Calabarzon: 61 nabbed, 60 firearms seized
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has apprehended 572 individuals nationwide for violating the election gun ban, which is in effect from January 12 to June 11.
Among those arrested are personnel from the police, military, other law enforcement agencies, government officials, and security guards, with civilians forming the majority.
A total of 576 firearms, including replicas, have been confiscated.
In the Calabarzon region specifically, 61 individuals were arrested and 60 firearms seized between January 12 and February 2.
The election gun ban aims to curb election-related violence during the campaign periods for various elective positions and culminates in Election Day on May 12.
During the period of September 25, 2024, to January 31, 2025, PRO-4A also reported confiscating 414 firearms and arresting 313 individuals for illegal firearms activities.
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