PRO3 INTENSIFIES DRIVE AGAINST LOOSE GUNS AS CAMPAIGN PERIOD STARTS

BY KEVIN GALANG

CAMP OLIVAS, City of San Fernando, Pampanga – The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) under the leadership of Regional Director Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo has intensified its campaign against loose firearms to ensure a safe and orderly electoral process in Central Luzon as May2025 election is fast approaching.

A report to Fajardo showed that from January 10 to February 8, PRO3 executed 39 search warrants, leading to the confiscation of 46 assorted firearms and arrest of 36 individuals involved in illegal possession of firearms. 

Nueva Ecija emerged as the top-performing province, with  23 successful search operations, reflecting its strong commitment in preventing election-related violence.

“We are taking decisive action to keep communities safe as we head toward the May 2025 elections. By strictly enforcing firearms regulations, we are ensuring that lawless elements have no place to operate. This is a shared responsibility—our commitment is firm, but public cooperation is key to securing a peaceful election,” Fajardo said.

The PRO3 continues to strengthen its operations, in close coordination with the Commission on Elections (Comelec) , and other law enforcement agencies, reinforcing its mission to account for unlicensed firearms and neutralize potential threats to public safety.

“We call on everyone to report any illegal activities involving firearms. Your vigilance and cooperation are crucial in protecting our communities and ensuring that the upcoming elections are peaceful and fair for all,” Fajardo said.