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107 arrested in Davao City Police Office anti-crime operations

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) intensified its crackdown on crime over the past week, resulting in the arrest of 107 individuals across various operations from Jan. 11 to 17.

Acting city director Col. Mannan C. Muarip said police arrested 51 suspects in 46 anti-drug operations in the same period. They seized 102.7 grams of shabu and 5.62 grams of marijuana, with a combined street value of approximately ₱699,000.

In the campaign to bring in fugitives, DCPO apprehended 44 individuals, with 30 of them classified as most wanted persons.

For illegal gambling, six operations led to the arrest of 10 individuals and the filing of five formal cases. Finally, police recovered seven guns through “Oplan Katok” and active law enforcement against loose firearms.

Two suspects were arrested in connection with illegal possession, while others were surrendered or turned in for safekeeping.

“These achievements reflect not only the dedication of our personnel but also the active support of the community,” he said.

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DCPO reports 120 arrests in week-long crackdown on illegal activities

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) arrested 120 suspects in different anti-crime operations from Nov. 16 to Nov. 22.

During that period, acting city police director Col Mannan Muarip said they conducted 44 anti-illegal drug operations leading to 52 arrests. They also confiscated 130.2720 grams of shabu, with an estimated street value (SDP) of P885,849.60

Also, police confiscated marijuana weighing 1,042.5000 grams, with an estimated street value (SDP) of P125,100.

A total of 42 fugitives were apprehended during the week, including 24 individuals classified as most wanted persons. Simultaneously, 18 anti-illegal gambling operations resulted in 25 arrests, the seizure of P5,800 in bet money, and the filing of 18 cases in court.

Loose firearms operations

In a bid to reduce the proliferation of illegal weapons, the DCPO conducted five operations on loose firearms leading to one arrest and one confiscation of a weapon. Meanwhile, two firearms were surrendered and another two firearms turned in for safe keeping under “Oplan Katok.”

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DCPO arrests 80, seizes over P500-K in drugs during weekly sweep

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) arrested 80 individuals and seized over ₱660,000 worth of illegal drugs in a concentrated week-long anti-crime sweep from Sept. 28 to Oct. 4, 2025.

Acting city director Col. Mannan C. Muarip said the DCPO conducted 28 anti-illegal drug operations leading to the arrest of 36 suspects and the seizure of 69.94 grams of shabu (street value: ₱475,589.96) and 1.56 kilograms of marijuana (street value: ₱187,872.00).

Police also conducted 32 anti-illegal gambling operations, where 12 suspects were arrested and ₱3,894.00 in bet money was seized. They also filed 12 cases in court. 

In its campaign against fugitives, the DCPO caught 32 individuals, including 13 most wanted persons. 

He stressed that these successes were a direct result of the strong partnership with the community, barangay officials, and the local government unit.

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DCPO arrests 117 suspects, seizes P1.6M in drugs in week-long operations

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) seized P1.6 million worth of drugs and arrested 117 individuals for various offenses from Aug. 3 to 9. 

Acting city director Col Mannan Muarip said the DCPO conducted 36 anti-drug operations leading to the arrest of 42 suspects and the confiscation of 243.0082 grams of shabu with an estimated street value of over P1.65 million, and 51 grams of marijuana valued at P6,120.

In its drive against illegal gambling, the DCPO performed 15 operations, arrested 15 individuals, confiscated P6,010 in bet money, and filed 15 cases.

Meanwhile, the DCPO carried out 53 operations, successfully arresting 53 individuals, including 18 of the city’s most wanted persons.

Additionally, the police conducted 11 operations targeting loose firearms, leading to the arrest of five suspects, the seizure of five firearms, the surrender of two firearms, and the turnover of three others for safekeeping. A total of five cases were filed in relation to these operations.

“These achievements reflect not only the dedication of the men and women of DCPO but also the strong partnership with the community, barangay officials, and the local government unit,”  Muarip stated. “Together, we continue to build a safer and more peaceful Davao City.”

Photo courtesy of DCPO

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DCPO confiscates P2.4-M worth of drugs in July 

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

A TOTAL of P2.4 million worth of illegal drugs were seized, and 172 individuals arrested in July by various Davao City Police Office (DCPO) units. 

Acting city director Col Mannan Muarip said 138 police operations resulted in the confiscation of 354.5854 grams of shabu, 61.8612 grams of marijuana, and 17 ecstasy tablets.

The total street value of the seized drugs reached over Php 2.4 million, with 181 related cases filed in court.

In its campaign against illegal gambling, the DCPO arrested 58 suspects in 50 operations, leading to the confiscation of P 15,062 in bet money.

Meanwhile, police arrested 187 wanted persons in the intensified manhunt operations, including

67 individuals classified as “most wanted persons” and 120 others with outstanding warrants.

The campaign against loose firearms also yielded 16 unlicensed weapons and 14 arrests from 24 operations. Additionally, six firearms were surrendered, and three were turned over for safekeeping under Oplan Katok. 

Police filed 14 cases in connection with these operations.

According Muarip, these achievements are a direct result of a “testament to the power of united action” involving the police, local barangay officials, and the community. 

He also credited “the active participation of the community, barangay leaders, and local government, who continue to be vital partners in the ongoing fight against criminality.”

Photo courtesy of DCPO

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DCPO reports significant gains in anti-crime operations

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) has reported a productive week of anti-crime operations, leading to the arrest of 68 individuals and the confiscation of substantial amounts of illegal drugs and firearms. 

The accomplishments, spanning from June 22 to June 28, 2025, were achieved under the command of acting city director, Col. Hansel M. Marantan, who concluded his 11-month tenure on Monday, June 30, 2025.

According to the DCPO report, the week’s efforts focused on four key directives:

On Anti-Illegal Drugs, the DCPO conducted 21 anti-illegal drug operations, resulting in the apprehension of 25 individuals. These operations yielded 72.0410 grams of shabu with an estimated street drug price (SDP) of P489,878.80, and 12.9000 grams of marijuana valued at P1,548.00.

Intensified efforts against illegal gambling led to 11 arrests, and a total of P2,895 in bet money was confiscated. Also, 11 corresponding cases were filed against the violators.

Also, the DCPO executed 30 operations targeting wanted individuals, successfully arresting 30 persons. This figure includes the six “most wanted persons” and 24 other individuals with outstanding warrants.

Meanwhile, five operations aimed at curbing loose firearms resulted in the apprehension of two individuals and the seizure of 10 unlicensed guns. 

Additionally, four firearms were turned in for safekeeping under “Oplan Katok,” and three cases related to illegal firearms were filed in court.

In total, the week’s operations saw the arrest of 68 individuals across all four focus areas, underscoring DCPO’s commitment to eliminating illegal activities and upholding the law. 

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