The Daily Tribune
Revitalized katok campaign
nets 260 firearms
Police Regional Office-3 (PRO-3) has successfully confiscated 260 unregistered firearms in Central Luzon as part of the "Revitalized Katok" campaign conducted from January 10 to February 15.
The campaign aims to reduce the number of illegal firearms and prevent potential election-related violence, according to PRO-3 Director Police Brig. Gen. Jean S. Fajardo.
Fajardo urged firearm owners with expired licenses to voluntarily surrender their weapons to the nearest police station.
He emphasized the importance of responsible gun ownership and license renewal for ensuring public safety and a peaceful election period.
PRO-3 assures the public that all surrendered firearms are meticulously documented and securely kept while assisting owners with regulatory compliance.
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