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Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr

Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. is the acting chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), leading security efforts for major events in the Philippines such as the Sinulog Festival and the Feast of Jesus Nazareno. He has emphasized strict enforcement of laws, including the one-strike policy against indiscriminate firing and the dismantling of illegal drug networks.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Wed, January 7, 2026 at 5:39 AM

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Recent developments on Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 10:44 PM

P21 million worth of smuggled cigarettes seized off Zamboanga City, 3 arrested

Authorities seized smuggled cigarettes valued at P21.248 million and apprehended three individuals on a boat off Zamboanga City.

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 3:55 PM

Over 6,500 cops deployed for Sinulog Festival security

Over 6,500 police officers and emergency response personnel are deployed to ensure security for Cebu's Sinulog Festival.

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Phivolcs raises Mayon Volcano to Alert Level 3 due to lava dome growth

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) raised Mayon Volcano to Alert Level 3, indicating an increased tendency toward hazardous eruptions due to lava dome growth and pyroclastic density currents.

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 11:02 AM

Australia finds no PH training link in Bondi attack

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) welcomed Australia's findings that the gunmen involved in the Bondi attacks did not receive training or logistical preparation in the Philippines.

Tue, January 6, 2026 at 9:21 AM

Gun ban in Manila from Jan 8-10 for Feast of Jesus Nazareno

A gun ban, suspending permits to carry firearms outside residences (PTCFORs), will be implemented in the City of Manila from January 8 to 10, 2026, to ensure the security of the Feast of Jesus Nazareno.

Mon, January 5, 2026 at 4:59 PM

PNP confiscates P23.5B in illegal drugs in 2025 operations

The Philippine National Police (PNP) confiscated over P23.5 billion worth of illegal drugs in 2025.

Sat, January 3, 2026 at 1:58 PM

PNP reports 12.4% decrease in focus crimes nationwide in 2025

Focus crimes nationwide decreased by 12.4% in 2025, with 35,717 incidents compared to 40,771 in 2024, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP).

Fri, January 2, 2026 at 6:18 PM

PNP initiates summary dismissal vs 4 cops for indiscriminate firing

Acting Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. has initiated summary dismissal proceedings against four police officers allegedly involved in indiscriminate firing during the 2025 holiday revelry.

Fri, January 2, 2026 at 11:15 AM

Matalam grenade attack suspect killed in police op

One of two suspects in a New Year's Day grenade attack in Matalam, Cotabato, was killed during a police operation on Thursday evening.

Thu, January 1, 2026 at 5:17 PM

PNP-HPG seizes P2.6B in smuggled cigarettes

The Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) seized approximately P2.6 billion worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes in separate operations in Malabon City and Batangas City.