Aside from the police corporal, identified as alias Marie, authorities also arrested an alleged member of the Citizen Armed Force Geographical Unit (CAFGU/CAA) assigned to the 25th Infantry Battalion, a male minor, and another individual during the operation.
In a statement, DCPO Director Police Colonel Peter Bauzon Madria said the office takes the reported involvement of its personnel seriously and stressed that misconduct would not be tolerated within the police organization.
“The DCPO firmly maintains an uncompromising zero-tolerance policy against any form of illegal activity, corruption, or professional misconduct within its ranks,” Madria said.
He assured the public that administrative proceedings are being pursued in coordination with concerned authorities, in accordance with existing laws and Philippine National Police (PNP) regulations. BuyMaps
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Madria also emphasized that the ongoing investigation would respect due process while ensuring accountability for any personnel found to have violated the law.
“No officer is above the law, and no one is exempt from accountability,” he said.
He added that personnel found to have committed violations would face the appropriate administrative and criminal sanctions, regardless of rank or assignment.
The DCPO chief reiterated the office’s commitment to maintaining police discipline, upholding integrity, and preserving public trust through lawful and decisive action.
Authorities reportedly seized seven master cases of cigarettes during the operation. The investigation into the alleged illegal cigarette trade and the involvement of those arrested is ongoing.
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