Camp Olivas, City of San Fernando, Pampanga – Central Luzon’s law enforcement agencies conducted successful manhunt operations yesterday, resulting in the apprehension of three (3) most wanted persons (MWPs) and 30 other wanted individuals across the region.
The coordinated efforts of police forces led to significant breakthroughs in apprehending notorious fugitives. In Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, Christian Patrick Martin y Corpuz, ranked as MWP Rank 5 at the Provincial Level, was swiftly arrested under a Warrant of Arrest for Violation of RA 9165. Meanwhile, Joshua Ulopani y Meneses, ranked MWP Rank 8 at the Provincial Level, was apprehended in Angono, Rizal, facing charges under various sections of Republic Act no. 11930 and R.A No. 7610.
Furthermore, in Orani, Bataan, Fernando Jose Cruz, holding the rank of MWP Rank 7 at the Provincial Level and affiliated with the Roncal Criminal Gang, was captured for the crime of Homicide under Article 249 of the RPC.
Additionally, a total of 17 other wanted individuals were successfully apprehended across various locations in Central Luzon, including Angeles City, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Olongapo City, Pampanga, and Tarlac.
PRO3 Director PBGen Jose Hidalgo Jr. remarked, “I commend all our police personnel who works tirelessly and committedly for the welfare of the public. These arrests reflect the unwavering commitment of the police to uphold the rule of law and ensure the safety and security of our communities.”
