P1.75-M Alleged Illegal Mineral Ores Found in Linamon

A routine traffic stop for a missing seatbelt led to the discovery of P1.75 million in alleged illegal mineral ores in Linamon, Lanao del Norte, on Wednesday.

Maj. Joann Navarro, Police Regional Office-10 (PRO-10) spokesperson, said two suspects were arrested after a Hino wing van transporting the mineral ores was flagged down at a checkpoint manned by personnel from the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC) in Barangay Samburon at around 11:45 a.m.

According to Navarro, the van did not have a valid permit to transport minerals, sparking suspicion among the authorities.

Navarro said the van was driven by one Jomar Pagaling and was carrying suspected illegal mineral ores worth P1.75 million. The suspects were arrested and taken to the Lanao del Norte Police Provincial Office for questioning.

The incident has raised questions about the extent of smuggling in the region.

The Cagayan de Oro City Police Regional Office 10 (PRO 10) has intensified its crackdown on smuggling in the region, with a focus on mineral smuggling.

In a bid to curb smuggling, the PRO 10 has established a task force to monitor and intercept vehicles suspected of carrying illegal goods.

The task force is composed of personnel from the PRO 10, the Land Transportation Office (LTO), and the Bureau of Customs (BOC).

### Key Facts

  • P1.75 million in alleged illegal mineral ores found in Linamon, Lanao del Norte
  • Two suspects arrested and taken to the Lanao del Norte Police Provincial Office for questioning
  • Van not having a valid permit to transport minerals
  • Task force established to curb smuggling in the region
  • PRO 10, LTO, and BOC personnel involved in the operation

### Cagayan de Oro City Police Regional Office 10 (PRO 10)

The PRO 10 has intensified its crackdown on smuggling in the region, with a focus on mineral smuggling.

To curb smuggling, the PRO 10 has established a task force to monitor and intercept vehicles suspected of carrying illegal goods.

The task force is composed of personnel from the PRO 10, the LTO, and the BOC.

### Philippine Mineral Ores

Philippine mineral ores are a significant source of revenue for the country.

The Philippines is one of the top mineral-producing countries in the world.

However, the smuggling of Philippine mineral ores is a significant problem in the country.

The smuggling of mineral ores has led to the loss of revenue for the government and the depletion of mineral resources.

In recent years, the Philippine government has implemented measures to curb smuggling, including the establishment of a task force to monitor and intercept vehicles suspected of carrying illegal goods.

### What Happens Next

The suspects are currently undergoing questioning at the Lanao del Norte Police Provincial Office.

The PRO 10 will continue to intensify its crackdown on smuggling in the region, with a focus on mineral smuggling.

The task force established to curb smuggling will continue to monitor and intercept vehicles suspected of carrying illegal goods.

### Citing Sources

Maj. Joann Navarro, Police Regional Office-10 (PRO-10) spokesperson, said two suspects were arrested after a Hino wing van transporting the mineral ores was flagged down at a checkpoint manned by personnel from the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC) in Barangay Samburon at around 11:45 a.m.

Navarro said the van did not have a valid permit to transport minerals, sparking suspicion among the authorities.

Navarro said the van was driven by one Jomar Pagaling and was carrying suspected illegal mineral ores worth P1.75 million. The suspects were arrested and taken to the Lanao del Norte Police Provincial Office for questioning.