Police arrested three suspects allegedly involved in a robbery in Bakakeng Central, Baguio City, following a hot pursuit operation that ended in Balanga City, Bataan, on 9 August 2026.

Bataan Police Provincial Office Director Police Col. Marites A. Salvadora said the suspects were pursued by police after the robbery was reported. The hot pursuit operation began at around 2:30 a.m.

The Balanga City Police Station Tracker Team, in coordination with various police units from Bataan, Central Luzon, the Cordillera Administrative Region and Baguio City, conducted a follow-up investigation that led to the suspects’ arrest.

Police also recovered stolen items and the alleged getaway vehicle.

The suspects and recovered items are now under the custody of the Balanga City Police Station for documentation and proper disposition. A robbery complaint is being filed against the suspects.

The getaway vehicle was impounded by the Regional Highway Patrol Unit-Cordillera Administrative Region for documentation and proper disposition.

Salvadora warned individuals against engaging in illegal activities, saying the Bataan police remain committed to bringing criminals to justice.