CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan — One of the four suspects implicated in the murder of ABC president of Bulacan and his driver last year October 2024 was arrested in a joint law enforcement operation conducted in Barangay Tangos South, Navotas City, Wednesday (Oct. 22) early morning.
Based on the report, the suspect was identified as alias “Lupin,” a 35-year-old, fishnet maker and resident of the same barangay had been under surveillance for more than two months before his arrest.
Victim Ramil Capistrano, Association of Barangay Captains (ABC), President of Bulacan, and his driver, Shedrick S. Toribio were killed on October 3, 2024, in Brgy. Ligas, Malolos City.
The suspect was arrested by the Tracker Team of the Provincial Intelligence Unit (PIU)–Bulacan PPO (lead unit), in coordination with the Bulacan 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company and the Navotas City Police Station.
The operation was carried out by virtue of a Warrant of Arrest for two counts of Murder under Criminal Case Nos. 988-M-2025 and 989-M-2025, issued by Hon. Felizardo Soriano Montero Jr., Presiding Judge of the Regional Trial Court, Branch 11, Malolos City, Bulacan, dated February 20, 2025, with no bail recommended.
In a statement, P/Brig. gen. Ponce Rogelio I. Peñones Jr., Regional Director of Police Regional Office 3, lauded the operatives for their diligence:
“This successful arrest demonstrates the relentless pursuit of justice by our operatives and the effectiveness of our intelligence-led operations. Guided by the PNP Focused Agenda of Acting Chief, PNP PLTGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., PRO3 remains steadfast in ensuring public safety through Enhanced Managing Police Operations and the promotion of professionalism within our ranks,” Peñones said.
He added, the arrest highlights the continuing efforts of PRO3 to Protect the People, Pursue Peace and Order, and Promote Professionalism, reaffirming its dedication to uphold peace, safety, and justice across Central Luzon. (PNA)
