Camp Olivas, City of San Fernando Pampanga -The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has launched simultaneous checkpoint operations across Central Luzon to ensure heightened security as the election period begins for national and local posts.
The newly designated Regional Director of PRO 3, PBGen Jean S. Fajardo, announced today that 314 checkpoints were established region-wide, with 2,438 police personnel deployed early Sunday morning, January 12, 2025, to enforce the nationwide COMELEC-imposed gun ban.
As a result of these operations, 25 individuals were apprehended for carrying firearms. Arrests were recorded as follows: 6 in Bataan, 2 in Bulacan, 8 in Nueva Ecija, 6 in Pampanga, and 3 in Zambales.
The PRO 3 top cop emphasized the importance of public cooperation with authorities during checkpoint operations and assured the public that police personnel will adhere to established protocols and uphold citizens’ rights. Motorists are reminded to slow down, dim their headlights, turn on cabin lights, and respond promptly when approached by police officers at checkpoints.
“I have also reminded our personnel to remain courteous to motorists and strictly follow the general guidelines outlined in our Revised Police Operational Procedures,” PBGen Fajardo added.
The carrying and transportation of firearms, deadly weapons, and explosives are strictly prohibited from January 12 to June 11, 2025, in line with the election period. Violators face stringent penalties ranging from one to twelve years of imprisonment.
The PRO3 remains committed to ensuring peaceful and orderly elections through strict enforcement of the law and proactive security measures.
