SOUTHERN Police District director Brig. Gen. Manuel Abrugena has announced the arrest of 46 suspects following a series of operations targeting persons wanted for various criminal charges.
Those arrested included 22 “most wanted persons” and 24 others with various criminal records, notably a 42-year-old air conditioning technician from Pasay City who was nabbed on Dec. 23, wanted for a case of alleged violence against women and children, and a 46-year-old family driver who was collared on Dec. 24 for alleged grave threats.
In Muntinlupa City, a man identified only as Jonel, 32, was apprehended on Dec. 23 for possession of illegal drugs. Another suspect, identified as Hermie, 38, was apprehended on Dec. 25 for theft.
In Parañaque City, a 50-year-old sewing mechanic named Bernie was collared on Dec. 27 over a charge of lascivious conduct under Republic Act No. 7610.
In Taguig City, a man named Ferdinand, 31, and a certain Ryan, 28, were arrested on Dec. 22 and 26, respectively, also for possession of illegal drugs, while 56 year old Arnel was arrested on Dec. 26 for qualified theft.
The Las Piñas City police brought in a certain Allan, 39, on Dec. 26 for theft and one alias Ryan on Dec. 27 for attempted murder.
In Makati City, a certain Margarito, 46, was arrested on Dec. 24 for rape and child abuse, while a 34-year old man named Elmer was apprehended on Dec. 26 for violating a city ordinance.
Abruegena said “these arrests demonstrate the Southern Police District’s unwavering commitment to upholding the law and ensuring community safety.”
He commended the relentless efforts of the police units involved in these operations and reiterated the importance of continued vigilance in the pursuit of justice.
