Taguig Police Apprehend Four Suspects in Robbery and Shooting Cases
Taguig City authorities have successfully arrested four individuals connected to a string of convenience store robberies and a separate shooting incident in Barangay New Lower Bicutan. The operations, which resulted from coordinated police efforts, highlight a crackdown on street-level crimes in the area.
Arrests in Convenience Store Robberies
In a statement released by the Taguig police, two suspects were taken into custody following an investigation into a hold-up that occurred at a convenience store in Barangay Wawa. The incident took place around 2:20 a.m. on March 10, 2026.
Initial reports indicate that two men entered the store, declared a hold-up, and threatened employees with firearms. After stealing approximately P11,000 from the cash register and several chocolates, the suspects fled the scene.
The arrest was carried out in San Pedro, Laguna, where authorities recovered a 9-millimeter pistol, one magazine, and eight rounds of live ammunition. Police confirmed that the arrested suspects were involved in multiple robberies targeting convenience stores across Taguig City. Two additional cohorts have been identified and are now the subjects of active manhunt operations.
Shooting Incident in Barangay New Lower Bicutan
In a separate operation, Taguig police arrested two more suspects in connection with a shooting incident in Barangay New Lower Bicutan on March 13. The suspects were apprehended immediately in the same barangay.
During the operation, law enforcement recovered a .45 caliber pistol, a magazine, and several rounds of live ammunition. The suspects are set to face criminal charges, while follow-up operations continue to locate other individuals linked to the robbery series.
Statements from Officials
Taguig Chief of Police Colonel Julius C. Añonuevo emphasized that the arrests were the result of thorough investigation and coordinated police operations. "These arrests demonstrate the strong coordination among our units and the hard work of our investigators. Our officers acted quickly to identify and locate the suspects involved in these incidents," he stated.
Taguig Mayor Lani Cayetano commended the police for their swift action, saying, "We thank our police officers for their dedication in keeping our communities safe. The City of Taguig will continue supporting efforts to make criminals pay for their crimes."
This development follows earlier directives from Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., who urged police units to intensify efforts to combat street-level crimes across the country.
