Top Fugitives Captured in Pampanga Police Sting
In a significant crackdown on crime, police operatives in Pampanga successfully apprehended two of the province's most wanted individuals during separate, targeted operations conducted in Porac. The arrests, which took place on Monday, November 19, 2025, mark a crucial victory for law enforcement's ongoing campaign to serve warrants and ensure community safety.
Province's Most Wanted #1 Captured
According to Colonel Eugene Marcelo, director of the Pampanga Police Provincial Office (PPO), the Provincial Rank 1 Most Wanted Person was located and arrested in Barangay Planas, Porac. The suspect is facing a serious charge for robbery with violence and intimidation, a crime defined under Article 294 of the Revised Penal Code.
Sta. Rita's Wanted Drug Personality Arrested
In a simultaneous operation on the same day, authorities also captured the Municipal Rank 5 suspect from the Top 10 Most Wanted Persons list of Sta. Rita town. This arrest was executed within Porac town, where the individual was allegedly involved in the use and distribution of illegal drugs within the municipality.
The Pampanga PPO emphasized that these coordinated actions are a core part of its intensified drive to address criminal activity head-on. By actively serving standing warrants, the police aim to dismantle criminal networks and foster a safer environment for all residents.
In a statement, Colonel Marcelo affirmed the force's commitment, saying, "Our personnel remain vigilant, dedicated, and ever-ready to serve all residents of Pampanga." This operation underscores the police's relentless effort to uphold justice and maintain public order in the province.
