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08/04/2026

08/04/2026

CIDG’s RAID IN PAMPANGA YIELDS 2 CHINESE AND PHP 5 MILLION WORTH OF ALLEGED ILLICIT FOAM AND MATTRESS

On April 7, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the CIDG Regional Field Unit 3 - Special Operation Team, CIDG Pampanga Provincial Field Unit, together with representatives from Department of Trade Industry (DTI) implemented Search Warrant for violation of Republic Act No. 7394 (Consumer Act of the Philippines) in a warehouse at Brgy. Sta. Maria, Minalin, Pampanga that resulted in the arrest of two male Chinese nationals, and the confiscation of 1,956 pieces of assorted foam, mattresses valued at PhP 5,051,130.00.

A report that reached PMGEN Robert AA Morico II, the Director of CIDG, stated that the arrested suspects “Shao” and “Lin”- both male, legal age, Chinese nationals, the owner and manager of the warehouse, respectively, and subjects of the search warrant, were caught while selling and trading foam and mattresses- which are not compliant to the minimum labeling requirements and standards for consumer products as prescribed by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).

The Director of CIDG emphasized that the State protects the interests of the consumers, promotes their general welfare, and establishes standards of conduct for business and industry.

The CIDG’s intensified law enforcement operations nationwide is in compliance with the focused program thrust of the Chief of the Philippine National Police, POLICE GENERAL JOSE MELENCIO C NARTATEZ JR.

The CIDG leadership lauds PCOL Grant A Gollod, the Regional Chief of CIDG Regional Field Unit 3 and the CIDG Pampanga Provincial Field Unit led by its Provincial Officer, PLTCOL Marlon M Cudal for busting the trading and business of the consumer products which fell short from the requirement of the law. The accomplishment underscores the CIDG’s commitment in fighting all illegal trading and activities across the country.

The CIDG assures the public that it is steadfast in enforcing all the laws to protect all consumers and general public; and unyielding to all violators. The Group calls on the public to be vigilant in buying consumer products and report to CIDG all suspicious and illegal activities in their localities.

08/04/2026

April 9, 2026
Gospel: Luke 24:35-48
Reflection: “The Peace of Jesus Christ be with you all”

07/04/2026

CIDG NABS CHINESE; SEIZES PHP 7.5 MILLION ALLEGED COUNTERFEIT BAGS AND CLOTHES IN PASAY

On April 2, 2026 at around 11:30 PM, the CIDG Southern Metro Manila District Field Unit, together with Southern Police District and representative from Louis Vuitton company conducted a law enforcement operation for violations of Republic Act No. 3883 (An Act to Regulate the Use in Business Transactions of Names Other Than True Names) and Republic Act No. 8293 (Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines), in relation to Section 6 of Republic Act No. 10175 (Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012) at Oceanaire Residences in Pasay City that resulted in the arrest of a female Chinese suspect; and the confiscation of alleged counterfeited Louis Vuitton products and ready to wear apparel and clothes with estimated valued of Php7,500,000.00

A report that reached PMGEN Robert AA Morico II, the Director of CIDG, stated that the arrested suspect identified as “Min” female, Chinese national, store owner selling luxury goods
was caught while trading and selling five pieces of alleged counterfeited and trademark infringing Louis Vuitton bags.

The operation stemmed from information and report that the suspect is engaged in the online sale and trade of Louis Vuitton products- without authorization from the trademark owner.

PMGEN Morico II emphasized that the State upholds its duty to protect and promote the people’s welfare by safeguarding consumers against trade malpractices, particularly the proliferation of counterfeit products. He stressed that the government is firm in protecting the exclusive rights of trademark owners and creators, ensuring that intellectual property rights are respected and it is the state policy to enhance the enforcement of intellectual property rights and laws in the Philippines.

The CIDG’s intensified operations is in compliance with the with the focused program thrust of the Chief of the Philippine National Police PGEN JOSE MELENCIO C NARTATEZ JR.

The CIDG leadership commends PCOL John K Guiagui, the Regional Chief of CIDG National Capital Region–Regional Field Unit, and the CIDG Southern Metro Manila District Field Unit, led by PLTCOL Jerry O Amindalan, for the arrest of the suspect and confiscation of the alleged trademark infringing products. The operation underscores the CIDG’s firm stance against all violations of law, and highlights its continued cooperation with government agencies and private sectors and brand owners in enforcing intellectual property law.

The CIDG assures the public that the Unit is resolute in implementing all the laws, and unrelenting on in its fight against all forms of illegal trading to protect the consumers and general public.

07/04/2026

April 8, 2026
Gospel: Luke 24: 13-35
Reflection: “Feeling God’s fire on a long road”

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

CIDG INTENSIFIES NATIONWIDE CRACKDOWN:
1,168 ARRESTED, 153 LOOSE FI****MS CONFISCATED, PhP 259 MILLION IN EVIDENCE SEIZED IN MARCH

In compliance with the focused program thrust of the Chief of the Philippine National Police, POLICE GENERAL JOSE MELENCIO C NARTATEZ JR, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group intensified its manhunt operations on all fugitives, and crackdown against all forms of criminality across the country.

PMGEN ROBERT AA MORICO II, the Director of CIDG stated that from March 1 to 31, 2026, the Unit conducted a total of 964 law enforcement operations that resulted in the arrest of 1,168 suspects, wanted persons and fugitives; confiscation of 153 loose fi****ms, 28 explosives, 96 assorted magazines, 853 rounds of live ammunition; and seizure of a total of PhP 259,200,940.91 worth of evidence.

OPLAN PAGTUGIS and SALIKOP- operations against wanted persons, fugitives; communist terrorist group; and criminal gang yielded a total of 645 personalities, including 2 National Most Wanted Person with Reward, 108 Regional Most Wanted Persons, 104 Provincial Most Wanted Persons, 77 City/Municipal Most Wanted Persons, and 354 Ordinary Wanted Persons; also a Leader and ten Members of Communist Terrorist Group, we’re accounted, among others.

OPLAN PAGLALANSAG OMEGA – operations against loose fi****ms. The Group implemented 34 Search Warrants and conducted 54 buy-bust operations for violation of Republic Act No. 10591 that resulted in the confiscation of 153 fi****ms - 11 are light weapons , and 142 small arms, also a total of 28 explosives were seized.

OPLAN OLEA - The monthlong Other Law Enforcement Activities (OLEA) yielded a total of PhP 259,200,940.91 worth of evidence from operations on illicit, counterfeit, trademark infringing and substandard products such as cellphones, computers, ci******es, v**e products, LPG cylinder; and petroleum products; and evidence from violations of environmental laws- illegal logging, illegal gambling, and illegal mining, among others.

The March’s accomplishment significantly helped the Philippine National Police and the whole government in preventing and solving crimes by confiscating and removing from the streets the very instruments of killings and violence - the loose fi****ms and explosives grenades; and the rounding up and putting behind bars of 1,168 individuals- suspects, wanted persons and fugitives, significantly prevented future crimes.

The CIDG leadership commended the dedication of the men and women of the Unit, emphasizing that the CIDGwide remarkable accomplishment reflects the group's unyielding fight against all forms of criminality and violation of laws; and unrelenting manhunt operations against all fugitives and wanted persons across the country.

The Group assures the public that it is steadfast in implementing all the laws- and is resolute in its conduct of circumspect detection and investigation, and filing of airtight complaints and cases with certainty of conviction- with the end goal of helping all the victims attain the justice they all deserved. The message is clear: The CIDG “Seeks The Truth” without fear or favor.

05/04/2026

BLACK SATURDAY OBSERVED PEACEFULLY; PNP SUSTAINS NATIONWIDE FULL ALERT FOR EASTER SUNDAY

The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported a generally peaceful observance of Black Saturday (Sabado de Gloria) across the country, as millions of Filipinos continued to participate in religious traditions and family activities in a solemn and orderly manner.

As of monitoring from March 29 to April 5, 2026, at 8:00 AM, a total of 59 drowning incidents, 91 fire incidents, and 455 vehicular incidents were reported nationwide. The PNP emphasized that these figures are continuously being validated as part of its ongoing assessment, while personnel remain deployed to ensure public safety during the final day of Holy Week.

With Easter Sunday drawing large crowds to beaches, resorts, and other public places, the PNP assured that all personnel remain on full alert to ensure public safety and assist the influx of travelers and holiday-goers.

PNP Chief, Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., reminded the public to remain vigilant and practice safety measures, especially in recreational areas.

“Habang patuloy nating ipinagdiriwang ang Easter Sunday, inaasahan natin ang mas maraming kababayan na magtutungo sa mga baybayin at resorts. Paalala po natin sa lahat—maging maingat, bantayan ang inyong mga kasama lalo na ang mga bata, at sumunod sa safety guidelines. Nandito po ang inyong kapulisan, handang tumulong at magbigay ng agarang responde kung kinakailangan,” he said.

He also emphasized responsible driving and heightened awareness to prevent accidents on major roads and highways.

“Mag-ingat po tayo sa pagmamaneho. Iwasan ang pagmamaneho kung pagod o nakainom. Maliit na pag-iingat ay malaking tulong upang maiwasan ang sakuna,” the PGEN Nartatez added.

The PNP’s ongoing operations are aligned with its Focused Agenda, particularly under Enhanced Managing Police Operations, ensuring efficient deployment, visibility, and rapid response in coordination with other government agencies, in support of the directive of Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to maintain public safety during major national observances.

As the nation marks the culmination of Holy Week, the PNP remains committed to safeguarding communities and ensuring a peaceful environment for all, guided by its mission of Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.

(PNP-PIO)

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