Iloilo Police Apprehend Regional No. 2 Most Wanted Person in Leganes Operation
In a significant law enforcement breakthrough, operatives from the Iloilo Police Provincial Office (IPPO) successfully arrested the second most wanted person at the regional level in Barangay Guinobatan, Leganes, Iloilo, on April 1, 2026. The arrest, carried out at approximately 5 p.m., was executed by the Tracker Team of the Leganes Municipal Police Station (MPS) based on a valid warrant for statutory rape.
Details of the Arrest and Legal Proceedings
The suspect, identified only by the alias Bon-Bon, is of legal age and a resident of Barangay Guinobatan. He was taken into custody pursuant to an arrest warrant issued in Criminal Case No. 26-97066. This case charges him with statutory rape under Article 266-A(1) in relation to Article 266-B of the Revised Penal Code, as amended by Republic Act 8353 and further amended by RA 11648.
The warrant was officially issued and signed by the presiding judge of the Regional Trial Court, Sixth Judicial Region, Branch 27, in Iloilo City on March 31, 2026. Notably, no bail bond was recommended, underscoring the severity of the allegations. Following the arrest, authorities confirmed that the suspect is now detained at the Leganes MPS, awaiting proper legal disposition.
Police Leadership Emphasizes Commitment to Justice
Police Colonel Bayani Razalan, the provincial director of IPPO, commented on the operation, stating, "The arrest of a top most wanted person in the region demonstrates our relentless efforts to enforce the law and bring justice to victims. Our campaign against lawbreakers continues. I ask for the continued support and cooperation of the public in our campaign against crime."
This statement reinforces the IPPO's dedication to intensifying manhunt operations and ensuring that individuals with outstanding warrants are apprehended and brought before the courts. The arrest serves as a testament to the ongoing collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies and the community in combating criminal activities across the region.
