Caloocan City – On May 24, 2025, at around 12:45 PM, operatives of the Northern Police District’s District Investigation and Detective Management Division (DIDMD) successfully arrested a 24-year-old male construction worker—identified as Jedan, a Most Wanted Person in the area—during a manhunt operation conducted at No. 6942 Villa Imelda Tawid, Sitio I Area D, Camarin II, Barangay 178, Caloocan City.
The arrest was carried out by the NPD DIDMD Tracker Team under the leadership of Police Colonel Allan B Umipig, Chief DIDMD, by virtue of a Warrant of Arrest for Violation of Article V, Section 28(A) of RA 10591 (Illegal Possession of Firearms and Ammunition), under Criminal Case No. C-126490. The warrant was issued by Hon. Rose Sharon Santiago Cordero-Abila, Presiding Judge of RTC Branch 129, Caloocan City, dated April 29, 2025, with a recommended bail of ₱120,000.00.
The accused was informed of the nature and cause of his arrest and was apprised of his constitutional rights in a language he fully understood. He was immediately brought to Caloocan City Medical Center for a routine medical and physical examination. The arrest was recorded using an Alternative Recording Device (ARD), specifically an iPhone 13 Promax.
The accused is currently under the custody of the Custodial Facility Unit, Langaray Street, Barangay 14, Caloocan City, while the Warrant of Arrest is set to be returned to the court of origin.
This accomplishment underscores the effectiveness of the NCRPO’s AAA Strategy—Able, Active, and Allied—a holistic approach to reducing crime and combating illegal activities. By continuously enhancing police capabilities, initiating proactive law enforcement actions, and fostering strong community ties, the NCRPO remains steadfast in its mission to secure every neighborhood across Metro Manila under the leadership of Police Major General Anthony A Aberin, Regional Director.
Police Brigadier General Josefino D Ligan, District Director of the Northern Police District, praised the efforts of the DIDMD. “This operation is a clear example of teamwork and commitment to law enforcement. It shows that in this new era of policing, accountability and action go hand-in-hand,” he stated.
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