Manila: The Police Regional Office (PRO) 3 (Central Luzon) seized 101 guns and arrested 103 persons from Jan. 12 to 28 for violating the nationwide gun ban.

According to Philippines News Agency, PRO3 Chief Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo reported that of the 101 seized firearms, 38 were confiscated at checkpoints, 21 were recovered through police responses, 39 were seized in buy-bust operations, and three from other law enforcement actions.

She noted that among the 103 individuals arrested, 98 were civilians, four were security guards, and one was a member of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Brig. Gen. Fajardo emphasized the importance of this operation by stating, "This is more than just enforcement - this is about protecting lives and ensuring that every voter feels safe. Every illegal firearm we confiscate is one less threat to public safety."

This operation is in accordance with the Commission on Elections Resolution 10918, which strictly prohibits carrying firearms and deadly weapons in public unless covered by a Comelec-issued Certificate of Authority during the election period. The regulation applies even to licensed gun holders, including law enforcement personnel, who must adhere to the gun ban. The election period spans from Jan. 12 to June 11 this year.