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Gun ban violator arrested in Surigao Sur
Three individuals were arrested in Rizal and Laguna provinces on January 13 for violating the election gun ban.
In Cainta, Rizal, a suspect was apprehended with a loaded caliber .38 gun during a drinking session.
In Biñan City, Laguna, another suspect was arrested for indiscriminately firing a caliber .45 pistol while under the influence of alcohol.
In Lucena City, Quezon, a drunk man was arrested on January 14 for indiscriminate firing of a caliber .22 revolver.
Separately, in Surigao del Sur, a man was arrested on January 15 for violating the gun ban and possessing suspected shabu, along with a Colt .45-caliber pistol.
All suspects failed to present government documents for their firearms and face charges for violating the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Law and the election gun ban.
The nationwide gun ban began on January 12, coinciding with the start of the election period for the May 2025 political exercise.
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