Police Nab Iloilo's Second Most Wanted Murder Suspect
Personnel from the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas (PRO 6) have successfully arrested the province's second most wanted individual, who was facing a murder charge. The operation took place in Barangay Gines Patag, Cabatuan, Iloilo, on November 13, 2025, marking a significant achievement for regional law enforcement.
Details of the Arrest Operation
The suspect, identified only by the alias Rex, 50, married, and a resident of Cabatuan, Iloilo, was apprehended at approximately 2:50 p.m. during the service of an arrest warrant. The operation was led by the 603rd Company of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion in Western Visayas (RMFB 6).
Several units collaborated to ensure the mission's success, including:
- RMFB 6 Battalion Headquarters
- Cabatuan Municipal Police Station
- Regional Intelligence Unit in Western Visayas
- Provincial Intelligence Unit of the Iloilo Police Provincial Office
The warrant for murder was issued under Article 248 of the Revised Penal Code by the 6th Judicial Region, Branch 76, in Janiuay, Iloilo. Notably, the court issued the warrant on November 12, 2025, just one day before the arrest, and recommended no bail for the serious charge.
Police Leadership Commends Successful Operation
Police Brigadier General Josefino Ligan, regional director of PRO 6, praised the operating teams for their effective work in capturing the fugitive. He emphasized the importance of this arrest for community safety and the rule of law.
"This accomplishment reflects our firm belief that justice must prevail and that every individual in our communities deserves peace and security," Ligan stated. He further reinforced PRO 6's commitment to pursuing lawless elements and ensuring the safety and protection of every family in the region.
Case Disposition and Next Steps
Following the successful operation, the arrested individual is currently detained at the Cabatuan Municipal Police Station awaiting the proper disposition of his case. This arrest demonstrates the continued vigilance and coordinated efforts of the Western Visayas police force in addressing serious crimes and maintaining public order.
