DAVAO CITY — A carnapping suspect known by the alias “Mulot” was arrested in a hot pursuit operation conducted by the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) on July 17, 2025, leading to the recovery of four stolen motorcycles in Cabantian, Davao City.
The operation stemmed from a report filed earlier that day by a victim in Bangkal, who reported the disappearance of a Suzuki Raider motorcycle. The details of the stolen vehicle were quickly relayed across all police units of DCPO.
At around 11:00 AM, Police Station 3 (Talomo) was alerted by their counterparts at Buhangin Police Station that a motorcycle matching the stolen unit was being sold online in Cabantian. In response, Talomo police, in coordination with Buhangin Police and the City Intelligence Unit (CIU), launched a joint operation which successfully led to the suspect’s arrest and the recovery of the missing motorcycle.
Further investigation and questioning of the suspect revealed the locations of three more stolen motorcycles. All recovered units are currently undergoing verification, and will be returned to their rightful owners once confirmed.
The arrest and recovery operations were conducted under the directive of PBGEN Joseph R. Arguelles, Acting Regional Director of Police Regional Office 11, as part of the intensified anti-theft campaign of the Philippine National Police. It also aligns with the national directive of PGEN Nicolas D. Torre III to deliver swift justice and ensure public safety.
The suspect is now in police custody and will be facing charges of carnapping and possession of stolen property.
PRO 11 reaffirmed its commitment to aggressively pursue criminal elements and ensure the recovery of stolen assets, emphasizing its dedication to protect communities and uphold peace and order across the region.