Voters Wanted for Crimes Arrested During Election Day
On Election Day, authorities conducted operations that led to the arrest of three voters wanted for crimes in Cavite and Batangas. Each suspect was caught at their designated voting precincts, ensuring they could not evade the law while exercising their right to vote.
Suspect Arrested for Carnapping in Bacoor, Cavite
In Bacoor, Cavite, police apprehended a suspect facing a carnapping charge immediately after he cast his ballot. Despite trying to evade arrest, officers successfully detained him at the scene.
“Itong suspect na ito ay may kasong carnapping. Noong election day nga, mayroong impormante na nagsabi na ang suspect na ito ay boboto….Pagkatapos bumoto ay kanila nang hinuli,” said the regional police chief.
Illegal Drugs Suspect Also Caught at Polling Place
Meanwhile, another individual wanted for illegal drugs was arrested in Bacoor based on a tip-off that he planned to vote at a specific precinct. Officers acted swiftly to detain him before he could participate in the election.
Arrest Warrant Served in Tanauan, Batangas
In a separate operation in Tanauan, Batangas, authorities arrested a person wanted for violence against women and children. This suspect was also found at the voting site and taken into custody without incident.
Authorities Maintain Vigilance on Election Day
The arrest of these voters wanted for crimes highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to ensure a safe and lawful election process. By monitoring voting precincts closely, police prevented wanted individuals from blending into the electorate.
All three suspects are now detained at a regional police camp, where authorities continue to hold them pending further investigation and legal proceedings.
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