TACLOBAN CITY — A total of 157 wanted persons, including a regional most wanted individual, were arrested by the Leyte Police Provincial Office (LPPO) during intensified manhunt operations conducted across the province throughout May 2026.
Data released by the LPPO showed that from May 1 to 31, police units arrested 26 Most Wanted Persons (MWPs) and 131 Other Wanted Persons (OWPs) as part of the Philippine National Police’s continuing campaign against fugitives.
Among those apprehended were one Regional Most Wanted Person, 13 Provincial Most Wanted Persons, three City Most Wanted Persons, and nine Municipal Most Wanted Persons.
The arrests were carried out through intelligence-driven operations conducted by municipal and city police stations under the supervision of LPPO Officer-in-Charge, Police Colonel Celerino Sacro Jr.
The month-long accomplishment underscores the provincial police force’s efforts to locate individuals with standing warrants of arrest and ensure their appearance before the courts.
“I commend all operating units for their dedication and professionalism in carrying out intelligence-driven and coordinated law enforcement operations,” Sacro said.
“The successful implementation of the manhunt campaign contributes to the maintenance of peace and order and strengthens public trust in the police organization,” he added.
The LPPO said it will continue to intensify its manhunt operations as part of its commitment to public safety and the administration of justice.
The campaign supports the Philippine National Police’s thrust of providing fast, honest, and reliable public service while helping create safer communities across Leyte.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
