The Philippine National Police (PNP), through the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, arrested 10 rapists and sexual abusers nationwide within 24 hours.
The operations on September 22 led to arrests of four suspects in Luzon, two in Visayas, and four in Mindanao, based on warrants for rape, statutory rape, and violations of child protection laws.
PNP Acting Chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the arrests show the police’s firm commitment to protect women and children, while PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño assured that no offender can escape the law.
CIDG Acting Director Maj. Gen. Robert Alexander Morico II said six of those arrested were regional most wanted persons, while others were listed as provincial, municipal, or local wanted individuals. Vince Lopez
