PNP probes Cebu cop assault, Manila rape allegations
PNP Acting Chief Lt. Gen. Nartatez orders thorough investigations into a Cebu assault on a PWD and a Manila rape case. He vows accountability for any officer found liable. Read the latest updates.
PNP Acting Chief Lt. Gen. Nartatez orders thorough investigations into a Cebu assault on a PWD and a Manila rape case. He vows accountability for any officer found liable. Read the latest updates.
A police chief and two officers were shot dead by a fellow cop in Sibulan, Negros Oriental. The suspect surrendered hours after the Friday night shooting at a local bar. Authorities vow a transparent investigation.
A 64-year-old man seeking a National Police Clearance for a job was arrested in Cebu City after a system check revealed a 2011 swindling warrant. He posted bail the next day.
Central Visayas records a 28.18% drop in major crimes for 2025, contributing to a 12.4% national decrease. PRO 7 credits intelligence-led operations and community ties. Read more.
Central Visayas recorded the Philippines' highest inflation in December 2025 at 3.8%, driven by food shortages after Typhoon Tino. Learn the impact and government response.
PRO-Davao reports a significant 29.61% decrease in eight focus crimes for 2025. Rape and robbery cases saw the sharpest declines. Police aim to sustain or improve this trend in the new year.
A dog was found carrying a severed infant's head in Minglanilla, Cebu. Police are investigating as residents report a suspicious vehicle. Read the latest updates.
Typhoon Tino's devastation in Cebu fuels the highest regional inflation in the Philippines at 3.8%, driven by food supply disruptions. Learn about the economic impact and government response.
Police Regional Office in Negros Island Region reports a significant 22.1% decrease in 8-Focus Crimes for 2025. Read how strengthened operations and community efforts led to safer communities.
PRO-NIR recognized 10 police officers for exceptional community service during the 32nd PNP Ethics Day in Bacolod. The event also saw the turnover of 74 desktops and 4 laptops to enhance operational efficiency.
Crime in Central Luzon decreased in 2025, with focus crimes dropping to 3,228. Police credit a 70.42% crime solution efficiency rate. Read the full report.
The Philippine National Police recorded a significant 12.4% decrease in crime incidents nationwide in 2025. Rape, carnapping, and murder saw the biggest drops. Read the full report.
PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Nartatez vows to kick out and jail 4 policemen involved in indiscriminate firing during New Year celebrations. Read the full investigation details.
The Philippine National Police recorded a significant 12.4% decline in crime incidents in 2025. Rape cases saw the biggest drop. Acting PNP chief Nartatez credits police-community cooperation.
The body of an Australian national was discovered in a state of decomposition at a Mandaue pension house on January 1, 2026. Police are investigating the cause of death.
Four Philippine police officers are under investigation and could be dismissed for alleged celebratory gunfire on New Year's Eve. Acting PNP Chief Nartatez vows accountability. Read the full story.
A 19-year-old Japanese man is in custody after allegedly assaulting his 17-year-old girlfriend in a rented room in Mabolo, Cebu. The victim's mother rescued her with the help of a security guard.
The Philippines' trade deficit fell sharply in November 2025 as exports jumped 21.3%. Electronics led the growth, with Hong Kong as the top market. Read the full analysis.
Davao City ends 2025 with a 23.15% decline in index crimes, driven by a sharp fall in theft. Police credit community partnerships and targeted patrols for the improved safety record. Read the full report.
Ischaemic heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the Philippines for the first half of 2025, followed by cancer and stroke, according to PSA data. Learn the latest health statistics.
Ischaemic heart disease remained the leading cause of death in the Philippines from Jan-June 2025, per PSA data. Learn the top 5 killers and what they mean for public health.
The DOH recorded 91 fireworks-related injuries, mostly among boys aged 10-14, and 331 road crashes during the Christmas week. Learn the key data and safety advisories.
28 new police recruits, including 8 women and 20 men, officially joined the PRO-NIR in a ceremony led by Brig. Gen. Ibay. They pledged to serve with integrity and uphold the law.
Philippine construction activity fell sharply in October 2025, with residential projects down 27.4%. Get the full data and analysis on the sector's slowdown here.
A 24-year-old woman was robbed inside her condo in Guadalupe, Cebu City. The suspect threatened her with a knife and stole her cellphone. Police have launched a hot pursuit operation.
A total of 320 new patrolmen and patrolwomen officially joined the Philippine National Police in a ceremony at PRO-12 headquarters. Read about their commitment to serve with integrity.
The Police Regional Office swiftly dismissed the Dolores police chief and 16 officers after a video showed them drinking alcohol on duty. This serves as a stark warning against misconduct.
The chief of Dolores Municipal Police Station and 16 subordinates were relieved after a photo of their drinking session inside the station went viral. Read about the investigation and consequences.
A man was shot and wounded by police after a violent knife attack inside the Dumanjug Police Station. The suspect, known as 'Lingling,' now faces multiple charges. Read the full details.
Cebu City and Province recorded no crimes during the first Misa de Gallo dawn mass on December 16, 2025, thanks to massive police visibility and proactive security measures.