CAMP RUPERTO KANGLEON, PALO,Leyte– The Police Regional Office 8 manifests its full support to the law enforcement operation being undertaken by Police Regional Office 11 in Davao City purposely to serve the warrants of arrest issued by the Courts against the persons subject thereof.

By enforcing the law and implementing orders issued by competent judicial authorities, the Philippine National Police remains consistent in its collective resolve to discharge its sworn duties, as enshrined in R.A. 6975 and other related laws and rules.

Hence, as we continue our pursuit to maintain the integrity of our justice system, we also stand united with our call for sobriety, peace, calmness, and understanding as the PNP continues to uphold rule of law in its police operations.

We remain committed to transparency and accountability in all our operations.

The integrity of our work is paramount, and we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of conduct.

We appreciate the public’s understanding and continued support as we strive to serve with excellence and respect for the rights of all individuals.(PR)

A suspect has been arrested for the serious offenses of swindling and estafa for showing a fake receipt to an online seller.

An alleged swindler under the alias of ‘Sofia Lim’ was arrested during an entrapment operation conducted by the Manila District Anti-Cybercrime Team (MDACT) of the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP ACG) with the aid of leading finance super app, GCash.

The suspect agreed to purchase a total of P157,112 from an online seller of imported clothing from Thailand and Japan. As proof of payment, alias Sofia Lim provided a screenshot or copy of a fake receipt that included a transaction reference number. However, the amount failed to appear in the seller’s account.

The suspect faces violation of Article 315, otherwise known as Swindling and Estafa, as amended by RA 10951 in relation to Section 6 of RA 10175, otherwise known as the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. The suspect is now subject to inquest proceedings at the Las Piñas Prosecutor’s Office.

PNP-ACG sends a powerful message to perpetrators that such actions could result in grave criminal charges and can be dealt with years of prison time. Meanwhile, as part of its ongoing initiative to educate the public on safety while engaging in online transactions, GCash continues to encourage users to be aware of various modes of scam, fraud, and cybercrime.

While cooperation with law enforcement authorities intensifies, GCash also urges its users to be extra vigilant against online scammers and fraudsters. Users are reminded never to disclose their MPIN or OTP. With the rise in phishing incidents, customers are strongly advised never to click links, especially from unknown senders. (PR)

ORMOC CITY– A man was hacked by an intoxicated individual without any apparent reason while passing by in Barangay Cabibihan, Caibiran, Biliran, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at around 1:30 pm.

The victim, identified as “Rommel,” 21, unemployed, was walking by when he was attacked by the suspect, “Daryl,” 34, who is also unemployed and resides in the same barangay.
According to local police, they responded to the hacking incident after a concerned citizen reported it via a phone call.

Initial investigation revealed that the suspect, who was under the influence of alcohol, had been in a heated argument with his brother.

During the altercation, the victim happened to pass by, and without any provocation, the suspect hacked him with a jungle bolo, locally known as a “sundang,” striking the victim on his lower right back.

Bystanders at the scene quickly transported the victim to the rural health unit in Caibiran, and he was later referred to Biliran Provincial Hospital for further medical treatment.
Responding police officers arrested the suspect and recovered the weapon used in the attack.

The suspect, along with the evidence, was taken to Caibiran Municipal Police Station for proper disposition.
(ROBERT DEJON)