Camp BGen Rafael T Crame, Quezon City – A dismissed police member was arrested on February 16, 2026 (Monday), at about 3:53 PM, by virtue of a Warrant of Arrest for violation of Article 217 (Malversation of Public Funds or Property) of the Revised Penal Code.

The Warrant of Arrest was issued by Hon. Edgar Dalmacio Santos, Presiding Judge, Branch 222, Regional Trial Court, National Capital Judicial Region, Quezon City, dated June 3, 2025, under Criminal Case No. R-QZN-03830-CR with a recommended bail of PhP40,000.00.

Records shows that the case originated from a complaint filed by the Philippine National Police after the respondent deliberately failed to return his government-issued firearm despite repeated notices while he was on Absence Without Leave (AWOL) status.

The operation of Team 6, VFU of this Group was properly documented using a PNP issued body-worn camera in compliance with Supreme Court Administrative Matter No. 21-06-08-SC. The accused was informed of his constitutional rights in a dialect known to and understood by him, with the process recorded through an Alternative Recording Device.

After his arrest, the accused was brought to the Bugasong Municipal Police Station, Antique Police Provincial Office, Police Regional Office 6 for proper disposition and documentation prior to the return of the warrant to the issuing court.

PBGEN BONARD D BRITON, Director of IMEG, emphasized that no member of the Philippine National Police is above the law. He reiterated that this Group will continue to intensify its internal cleansing operations to ensure that the erring PNP personnel are held accountable. He further stressed that integrity, discipline, and professionalism must always be upheld, and any involvement of PNP member in illegal activities will be met with swift and decisive action in accordance with the law.

In line with the directives of PGEN JOSE MELENCIO C NARTATEZ, JR, Chief, PNP, the PNP Focused Agenda, which centers on four main priorities: improving police operations, taking care of personnel’s morale and welfare, managing resources efficiently, and promoting integrity within the organization. It also emphasizes the importance of community support in achieving these goals.