Sarangani Province – March 19, 2025 – A joint law enforcement operation in Glan, Sarangani Province, successfully led to the arrest of a suspect for violating Republic Act 10591, also known as the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act.
The operation was conducted by personnel from the Glan Municipal Police Station (MPS), 3rd Mobile Platoon SPMFC, 1201st 2nd Mobile Platoon RMFB 12, 73rd Infantry Battalion (Alpha Company), Sarangani Police Provincial Office-Provincial Intelligence Unit (SPPO-PIU), and the Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU). Armed with Search Warrant No. 07-2025, issued by the Executive Judge of the 11th Judicial Region, RTC Branch 49 in Alabel, authorities proceeded to Sitio Tipang, Barangay Datalbukay, Glan, Sarangani Province, to implement the warrant against a 39-year-old male suspect, identified as alias “Nanat.”
Upon the arrival of law enforcement personnel, the suspect attempted to flee but was swiftly pursued and apprehended by the blocking team. A search of his residence led to the confiscation of a .45 caliber homemade pistol without a serial number, four live rounds of .45 caliber ammunition, and one 12-gauge shotgun shell. The suspect failed to present legal documentation for the firearms and ammunition, resulting in his immediate arrest.
The authorities ensured that the operation was conducted lawfully and in an orderly manner, with the suspect’s rights protected throughout. The search and inventory of confiscated items were properly documented in the presence of a media representative from Radio Bandera, General Santos City, and a Barangay Kagawad from Barangay Datalbukay.
Following his arrest, the suspect was informed of his constitutional rights in a language he fully understood. He was then transported to Glan MPS for medical and physical examination at Sarangani Provincial Hospital-Glan before undergoing booking and custodial procedures. The confiscated firearms and ammunition will be turned over to the issuing court for legal proceedings.
The suspect remains in the custody of Glan MPS as authorities prepare the necessary criminal charges for inquest proceedings.
This successful operation underscores the commitment of Sarangani PPO and other law enforcement agencies in ensuring public safety and enforcing firearm regulations in the province. Authorities continue to encourage public cooperation in reporting illegal firearms and other criminal activities to maintain peace and order in the community.