Philippine National Police

Also known as PNP

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is actively combating cybercrime and protecting public data privacy through partnerships with various agencies like the NPC and ACG. Recent operations include seizing text blaster devices used in scam activities and arresting individuals involved in illegal sales of such equipment. The PNP also enhances communication and response times by implementing new systems and procuring technology to support frontline personnel, aligning with President Marcos Jr.'s vision for a safer Philippines.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

Recent stories about PNP

NPC, PNP-ACG sign MOU on data protection and cybercrime

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has partnered with the Philippine National Police (PNP) - Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) to address data protection and cybercrimes.
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PRO-BAR seizes P6.9M smuggled cigarettes, arrests nine

Units of the Police Regional Office-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO-BAR) seized P6.9 million worth of imported cigarettes in separate anti-smuggling operations on Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1.
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DOJ files murder, detention vs Ang, Barreto, Estomo over missing sabungeros

Murder and serious illegal detention complaints have been filed against businessman Charlie 'Atong' Ang, actress Gretchen Barreto, and former National Capital Region Police Office chief retired Police General Jonnel Estomo at the Department of Justice (DOJ) in connection with the missing sabungeros case.
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PNP reassigns Macapaz to Soccsksargen, denies link to missing sabungeros

The Philippine National Police (PNP) clarified on Thursday that former Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) chief, Brigadier General Romeo Macapaz, was reassigned to head the Soccsksargen regional police but not due to the case of missing cockfighting enthusiasts.
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PNP extracts 3 DNA profiles from Laurel cemetery remains

The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced on Thursday that three DNA profiles were extracted from remains recovered at a public cemetery in Laurel, Batangas, as authorities continue the search for missing cockfighting enthusiasts.
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PNP arrests Elakim and Jose Patidongan in missing sabungero case

Two individuals considered key to the investigation of the missing sabungero case are now in police custody, according to Philippine National Police (PNP) spokesperson Police Brigadier General Jean Fajardo.
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Authorities intercept PHP25M ketamine smuggling at Clark Freeport

Authorities intercepted an international drug smuggling attempt at Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga on Wednesday, July 30.
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Tulfo leads Senate probe on online gambling, seeks full ban

Senator Erwin Tulfo announced on Wednesday that he will lead a Senate investigation into online gambling in the Philippines and expressed confidence in securing a firm position against it.
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Coast Guard finds human remains in Taal Lake during search for missing cockfighters

The Philippine Coast Guard discovered a skull and other human remains in Taal Lake on Tuesday, July 29, as part of an ongoing search for missing cockfighting enthusiasts.
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19 PNP officers dismissed for misconduct since June

Nineteen police officers have been dismissed for grave misconduct since Gen. Nicolas Torre III became the chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP) on June 2.
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