THE PHILIPPINE National Police (PNP) has taken custody of six additional firearms voluntarily turned over by Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa following the revocation of his gun licenses.
The latest turnover, which took place on Sunday, June 22, was executed by personnel from the PNP Firearms and Explosives Office (FEO) and the Regional Civil Security Unit 4A.
The firearms were received from the senator’s legal representative at his residence in Silang, Cavite, for temporary safekeeping.
With this latest development, the total number of firearms surrendered in Dela Rosa’s name stands at 26, following an initial turnover of 20 weapons on June 11.
The PNP FEO previously issued a cancellation order covering a total of 117 firearms registered under the senator’s name, pursuant to Republic Act No. 10591 (Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act).
According to the PNP, the continuous enforcement of the revocation order is part of its mandate to implement firearms laws impartially.
PNP Director General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. emphasized that the organization remains guided by professionalism and the rule of law throughout the process.
“The Philippine National Police remains committed to carrying out its mandate in accordance with the law and established procedures,” Nartatez said in a statement. “We will continue to perform our duties professionally, fairly, and with respect for the legal rights of everyone involved.”
The remaining 91 firearms covered by the cancellation order have yet to be accounted for as police coordination with Dela Rosa’s legal team continues.
