PNP logs 3.94% drop in focus crimes in January

The Philippine National Police on Thursday reported a continued decline in national crime statistics, with focus crimes dropping 3.94 percent from December 2025 to January 2026.

PNP chief P/Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the decrease reflects the police force’s Focused Agenda, reinforced through enhanced management of police operations nationwide in support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s vision for a safer Philippines.

From 2,687 cases in December 2025, focus crimes fell to 2,581 in January 2026, marking 106 fewer incidents nationwide.

Key reductions were recorded in murder, which dropped from 319 to 284 cases; physical injury, from 427 to 299; rape, from 516 to 400; and motorcycle carnapping, from 162 to 149.

Most regions contributed to the decline, with Police Regional Office 1 posting a 31.03 percent reduction in focus crimes.

In terms of case resolution, 14 regions reduced crime volumes in January, contributing to a national crime clearance efficiency of 93.22 percent and a solution efficiency of 70.24 percent. The National Capital Region Police Office ranked highest in both crime reduction and overall case-solving performance.

“These numbers show that mas mababa ang krimen at mas marami ang nalulutas na kaso. Ibig sabihin, gumagana ang ating pinaigting na operasyon at koordinasyon sa komunidad,” Nartatez said.

“Patuloy nating palalakasin ang police presence at investigative efforts para masigurong may hustisya at kapanatagan ang bawat Pilipino,” he added.

The PNP also reported gains in resolving serious offenses. Murder cases registered an 80.99 percent clearance rate and a 46.83 percent solution rate. Physical injury cases recorded a 95.99 percent clearance rate and a 79.26 percent solution rate.

Rape investigations reached a 94.00 percent clearance rate, with 24 cases still pending. Theft cases posted a 97.13 percent clearance rate and an 86.12 percent solution rate.

Kidnapping and cybercrime cases also received focused attention. Seven kidnapping cases were solved, reflecting an 85.71 percent efficiency rate. Cybercrime investigations recorded a 66.55 percent clearance rate and a 55.75 percent solution rate as authorities continue to strengthen digital security measures.

“Every solved case represents a family that has found closure and a community made safer. Ngunit hindi po kami titigil; tuloy-tuloy ang ating laban sa krimen sa buong bansa,” Nartatez said.