Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon – January 30, 2025 – The Manolo Fortich Municipal Police Station (MPS) of the Bukidnon Police Provincial Office successfully arrested a suspect involved in a carnapping incident and illegal possession of a firearm in Purok 3, Barangay Mantibugao, early Thursday morning.
According to police reports, the victim, a 19-year-old woman, sought assistance from the Manolo Fortich MPS at approximately 12:30 AM, reporting that two unidentified individuals had stolen her Honda Click motorcycle at gunpoint. Responding swiftly, officers from Mobile Patrol Unit 2 launched an immediate pursuit operation.
Law enforcement operatives successfully intercepted the stolen motorcycle and apprehended the driver, identified as alias “Marlon,” a 21-year-old resident of Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro City. However, his accomplice, alias “Aloy,” also 21 years old, managed to evade arrest and remains at large.
A search conducted following the lawful arrest led to the discovery of an improvised pistol with a chamber-loaded 12-gauge ammunition inside a blue sling bag in Marlon’s possession. The suspect is now in the custody of Manolo Fortich MPS for further investigation and legal proceedings.
Authorities confirmed that Marlon will face charges for violating Republic Act No. 10883, the New Anti-Carnapping Act of 2016, and Republic Act No. 10591, the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act, in relation to the Omnibus Election Gun Ban.
Police Regional Office 10 (PRO10) Regional Director, PBGEN Jaysen C. De Guzman, commended the swift action of the Manolo Fortich MPS. “The successful arrest of one suspect and the recovery of an illegal firearm is a testament to the effectiveness of our intensified law enforcement efforts, especially during the election period when strict gun ban regulations are in place. We will not relent in pursuing the remaining suspect and ensuring justice for the victim,” he stated.
PRO10 urges the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station to help maintain peace and order in the community.
Authorities continue to track down the remaining suspect and are encouraging anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward.