CITY OF MALOLOS — THE Philippine National Police (PNP), through the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), reported the successful implementation of a law enforcement operation in Marilao, Bulacan that resulted in the confiscation of around P3.8 million worth of alleged unregistered pet food products and the arrest of three individuals.
The operation was conducted recently, inside a warehouse facility in Marilao, Bulacan by joint elements of the CIDG National Capital Region Regional Field Unit, CIDG Bulacan Provincial Field Unit, and local police units through the service of a Search Warrant for alleged violation of Republic Act No. 12308 or the Animal Industry Development and Competitiveness Act.
Authorities identified the arrested individuals only through their aliases “Liza,” a warehouse manager and supervisor, and employees “Ed” and “Arni,” all of legal age. Recovered during the operation were assorted pet foods, treats, canned products, and other pet-related items allegedly being stored and offered for sale without the necessary registration and certification from the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI).
Chief PNP, Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. commended the operating units for the successful operation and emphasized the importance of safeguarding consumers and the animal industry from potentially unregulated products.
“Patuloy nating paiigtingin ang ating koordinasyon sa concerned government agencies upang matiyak na ang mga produktong pumapasok sa merkado ay ligtas at sumusunod sa batas. Hindi lamang ito usapin ng enforcement, kundi proteksyon para sa publiko at sa ating industriya,” PGen Nartatez said.
He also reminded the public to remain vigilant when purchasing pet food and animal-related products and to check for proper registration markings from regulatory agencies.
“Malaki ang maitutulong ng publiko sa ganitong kampanya. Kapag may kahina-hinalang produkto o aktibidad, agad itong i-report sa mga awtoridad upang maagapan o itawag sa unfied 911,” he added.
The arrested individuals are now under the custody of authorities for proper legal proceedings while the confiscated items were turned over for documentation and verification. (UnliNews Online)
(PNP-PIO)
