Camp Olivas, City of San Fernando, Pampanga – THE Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has reported a total of 101 firearms seized—including revolvers, caliber .45, and caliber 9mm pistols and arrested 103 individuals for violating the nationwide gun ban imposed by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) since January 12, 2025.
Regional Director PBGEN Jean S. Fajardo said that they have intensified their operations on illegal firearms in support for a safer and peaceful May midterm elections. “This is more than just enforcement—this is about protecting lives and ensuring that every voter feels safe.”
“Every illegal firearm we confiscate is one less threat to public safety. We will not relent in our efforts to keep Central Luzon secure during this critical election period,” she stated
Of the 101 firearms seized, 38 were confiscated at checkpoints, 21 recovered through police responses, 39 seized in buy-bust operations, and three from other law enforcement actions.
Among the 103 arrested, 98 were civilians, four were security guards, and one was a member of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).
Fajardo emphasized that public cooperation is important in ensuring peaceful elections: “We are calling on everyone to follow the rules, report violations, and work with us. A single tip-off could prevent violence and save lives. This is our shared responsibility.”
COMELEC Resolution No. 10918 states that carrying firearms and deadly weapons in public is strictly prohibited unless Certificate of Authority has been issued by the COMELEC. Even licensed gun holders, including law enforcement personnel, must comply with this regulation.
Fajardo reminded the public to cooperate when passing checkpoints as the PNP will further intensify security measures, ramping up operations and will be providing more checkpoints across the region including more police visibility in public areas.
“The safety of our people is non-negotiable. Let us keeping Central Luzon safe,” she concluded.
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