Iloilo province’s 9th most wanted man arrested

By Jennifer P. Rendon

Police have arrested one of the most wanted persons in Iloilo province.

Alias Aron, a resident of Calinog, was collared around 11 a.m. on Dec. 8 in Barangay Poblacion Ilaya, Calinog.

Members of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion (RMFB) 6’s 602nd Company, along with the Calinog Municipal Police Station, the 6th Special Action Battalion PNP Special Action Force’s 6th Special Action Company, and the Regional Intelligence Unit 6, apprehended the suspect by virtue of an arrest warrant for the crime of rape by carnal knowledge under Article 266-A, Paragraph 1(A), in relation to Article 266-B of the Revised Penal Code.

The arrest warrant was issued by the 6th Regional Trial Court, Branch 76, in Janiuay, Iloilo, on Sept. 20, 2025.

No bail was recommended for his temporary liberty.

Following the fugitive’s arrest, Brig. Gen. Josefina Ligan, Western Visayas police chief, cited the unwavering dedication and relentless effort of the operatives and their partners.

“Again, this accomplishment reflects our shared commitment to justice, public safety, and the protection of every Filipino community. This operation is a reminder that no one is beyond the reach of the law,” he said.

With perseverance, teamwork, and integrity, Ligan said that the Philippine National Police will continue to bring those who threaten peace and security to account.