Police arrest qualified theft suspect in Lanao del Norte

LANAO DEL NORTE — Police arrested a 27-year-old online worker wanted for qualified theft during an operation in Linamon, Lanao del Norte, on Sunday, 8 November.

Lanao del Norte police director Col. Leo De Leon Sua identified the suspect only as “Dayan,” a resident of Barangay Samburon.

The suspect was arrested by the Linamon Municipal Police Station's tracker team at around 3:30 p.m. in Purok 8, Barangay Samburon.

Police said the arrest was carried out under a warrant issued on 14 July 2026 by Judge Mylen Charlon Geroy of the Regional Trial Court Branch 5 in Iligan City.

The warrant was issued under Criminal Case No. 26-33106 for qualified theft under Article 310 of the Revised Penal Code, with bail recommended at P40,000.

The suspect was taken to the Linamon police station for documentation and further legal proceedings.

Sua commended the arresting officers and reiterated the police's commitment to serving outstanding arrest warrants.

"This successful arrest reflects the dedication of our police personnel in ensuring that individuals facing criminal charges are brought before the proper courts. Regardless of the nature of the offense, we remain committed to enforcing the law fairly and consistently. We will continue to intensify our manhunt operations and strengthen our efforts to maintain peace, order, and public safety throughout Lanao del Norte," Sua said.