CAPIZ – The Tracker Team of the Sapian Municipal Police Station apprehended the province’s second most wanted person on the morning of March 13.
The suspect, identified as 56-year-old alias “Rand,” was arrested in Barangay Agtatacay Norte, Sapian at around 8:25 a.m. He faces two counts of rape under Article 266-A, paragraph 1(D) of the Revised Penal Code, as amended by Republic Act No. 11648.
The arrest was carried out by virtue of a warrant issued on March 9, 2026 by the 6th Judicial Region, Branch 21, in Mambusao, Capiz. No bail has been recommended for the suspect’s temporary release.
Police Regional Office 6 (PRO-6), in a statement, said the successful operation underscores the ongoing commitment of local law enforcement to track down high-priority fugitives.
“Our top priority is the protection of the people. The capture of this most wanted individual sends a clear message that those who violate the law will not evade justice,” said Police Brigadier General Josefino Ligan, PRO-6 director.
The suspect is currently in the custody of the Sapian police station for proper disposition before being turned over to the issuing court./PN
