CAMP VICENTE LIM, Laguna – Police arrested a rape suspect in Barangay Santa Clara, Batangas City on Thursday morning, Nov. 7.
The Police Regional Office 4-A identified the suspect as Pepito, 32.
Pepito was apprehended on warrants of arrest for 12 counts of rape of a minor dated Oct. 18, 2024 issued by Judge Alvin Bugayong Tanguanco, presiding judge of the Family Court, Regional Trial Court Branch 8, Calamba City, Laguna.
PRO 4-A Director Police Brig. Gen. Paul Kenneth Lucas commended the arrest of the suspect.
"With every criminal apprehended, especially those who prey on our children, we bring justice to the victims and send a strong message that no one is above the law. Rest assured, our police force will remain steadfast in protecting the safety and dignity of every Filipino. Furthermore, we encourage the public to continue being our partners in this fight. Your vigilance and cooperation are key to ensuring a safer and more secure community for all.”
The suspect, the fourth most wanted person in the Calabarzon region, is in the custody of the Santo Tomas City police.