Firearms, ammo seized from Batangas private armed group

From the Philippine News Agency (Jul 16, 2024): Firearms, ammo seized from Batangas private armed group (By Zen Trinidad)

SEIZED ARSENAL. Col. Jacinto Malinao Jr., Batangas Police Provincial Office chief, presents a cache of firearms and ammunition during a media briefing at their Batangas City headquarters on Tuesday (July 16, 2024). The operation in Tanauan City on July 14 also led to arrest of one suspect. (Contributed photo by Robert Maico)

CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – The Batangas police presented to the media on Tuesday a cache of firearms and ammunition belonging to a private armed group seized over the weekend in Barangay Bagbag, Tanauan City.

Batangas Provincial Police Office (BPPO) Director Col. Jacinto Malinao Jr. said the operation on Sunday also led to the arrest of an alias "Jad."

The seized arsenal included five Glock pistols of various serial numbers, 10 pistols of assorted calibers, multiple magazines and ammunition, holsters and ammunition storage containers.

Malinao said the Batangas police's intensified efforts in curbing the proliferation of loose firearms need community collaboration.

“Working together with the community is essential to keep our neighborhood safe. Everyone's help is needed to prevent crime and threats in society,” Malinao told the media at the BPPO headquarters in Batangas City.

“We encourage everyone to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities immediately," he added.

Meanwhile, the suspect and the seized contraband are currently under the custody of the Provincial Intelligence Unit for processing and documentation prior to the filing of charges for violation of Republic Act 10591 or the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act.

https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1229083