By Zen Trinidad
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna – A 13-year manhunt has come to an end as police arrested one of the most wanted murder suspects in Calabarzon Region.
In a statement on Thursday, acting Laguna Police Provincial Office Director, Col. Gauvin Mel Unos, confirmed the arrest of alias “Raymark” during an operation on Wednesday by the Liliw Municipal Police Station in Barangay San Andres, Cainta, Rizal.
The suspect, a resident of Caloocan City in the National Capital Region, had been on the run since a warrant for his arrest was issued on July 15, 2011 by Branch 91 of the Regional Trial Court, Sta. Cruz, Laguna. The murder charge against him is unbailable.
“With this arrest, we are bringing justice to the victim and their family. It is a clear message that no one can escape the law,” Unos said.
In a separate development, the Drug Enforcement Unit of the Dasmariñas City Police Station in Cavite conducted a Thursday morning drug operation in Barangay Salawag.
Three suspects — alias “Jefferson” (37 years old), “Barok” (39), and “Raymond” (32) — yielded over 240 grams of shabu with a standard street value of over PHP1.6 million.
Authorities also recovered from the three a .45 caliber firearm and three live rounds of ammunition.
The suspects are now in police custody, facing charges for violations of Republic Act Nos. 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act and 10591, or the Comprehensive Law on Firearms and Ammunition.
“This successful operation underscores PRO (Police Regional Office) Calabarzon’s unwavering commitment to eradicating the illegal drug trade in our region,” Brig. Gen. Paul Kenneth Lucas, PRO4A Director, said. “I commend the dedication and bravery of the Dasmariñas City Police Station for this significant achievement.” (PNA)
