Iloilo's Fifth Most Wanted Person Arrested for Frustrated Murder
In a significant law enforcement breakthrough, police operatives in Iloilo province have successfully apprehended a high-priority fugitive, marking a victory in their ongoing campaign against wanted criminals. The arrest occurred in Barangay Poblacion Ilawod, Lambunao, Iloilo, at approximately 7:21 p.m. on March 12, 2026, targeting a suspect known only as alias Carl.
Details of the Arrest Operation
The suspect, a 34-year-old laborer from Lambunao, was identified as the fifth most wanted person in Iloilo province for the serious crime of frustrated murder. The operation was executed through a coordinated effort involving multiple police units. Personnel from the Lambunao Municipal Police Station, operating under the Iloilo Police Provincial Office, worked in tandem with the 2nd Iloilo Provincial Mobile Force Company and the Regional Intelligence Unit in Western Visayas – Provincial Intelligence Team Iloilo.
Authorities served a warrant of arrest that had been issued by the Regional Trial Court, Sixth Judicial Region, Branch 76 in Janiuay, Iloilo, on March 10, 2026. The court had set a bail bond of P200,000 for the temporary liberty of the accused, underscoring the gravity of the charges. Following the arrest, the suspect was taken into custody at the Lambunao Municipal Police Station, where he will remain pending further legal proceedings and proper disposition of his case.
Police Commitment and Community Impact
Police Brigadier General Josefino Ligan, the regional director of the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas, praised the arresting units for their successful operation. He emphasized that this achievement extends beyond the police force to benefit the entire community. "This victory is not only for our police officers but for the entire community. A criminal has been taken into custody, a victim has been given justice, and we have ensured that other criminals will be our next targets. To all the wanted persons out there, we will not stop until you are caught," Ligan stated.
The arrest of alias Carl highlights the continued and intensified efforts of the PRO 6 and the Iloilo Police Provincial Office to locate and apprehend individuals facing criminal charges across the region. Police officials noted that this operation serves as a stern warning to other fugitives, reinforcing their commitment to tracking down those with pending criminal cases. The successful capture reflects the dedication of law enforcement agencies to uphold justice and enhance public safety through persistent and collaborative actions.
