INTENSIFIED ‘KATOK’ DRIVE NETS 260 GUNS IN CENTRAL LUZON

BY KEVIN GALANG

CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga – The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) seized some 260 short firearms from January 10 to February 15 through its revitalized “’Katok” campaign.

PRO3 director Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo said the Central Luzon cops have been actively reaching out to firearm holders, urging them to surrender loose and unrenewed firearms. 

Fajardo underscored the critical role of responsible gun ownership, especially during the election period, and called on firearm holders with expired licenses to voluntarily deposit their firearms at the nearest police station.

“We remind all gun owners to renew their firearm licenses or surrender their firearms for safekeeping. This is not just about compliance—it is about protecting lives and ensuring a peaceful electoral process,” Fajardo stressed.

She said the Revitalized “Katok” initiative reaffirms PRO3’s commitment to peace and order through proactive policing and community collaboration.

Fajardo assured that all surrendered firearms are properly documented and secured, as she added that they are also assisting firearm holders in complying with the regulations.