PNP Rewards Informant PHP420,000 for Key Tip Leading to Arrest of Bicol Region’s Most Wanted

PARAÑAQUE CITY — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has awarded a PHP420,000 cash reward to an informant whose crucial information led to the arrest of the most wanted person in the Bicol Region.

According to Philippines News Agency, PNP Chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr personally presented the reward to the informant on Friday. The information provided by the informant was instrumental in the apprehension of Gilbert Concepcion in Barangay San Martin De Porres, Parañaque City, on January 24. Concepcion, the leader of the Concepcion Criminal Gang, has been operating in the Bicol Region and is wanted for multiple crimes, including kidnapping, murder, rape, and direct assault.

Gen. Acorda praised the informant’s contribution, highlighting it as a testament to the effectiveness of collaborative efforts between the community and law enforcement agencies. He emphasized the PNP’s commitment to recognizing and rewarding individuals who play a pivotal role in the capture and surrender of most wanted criminals.

Further, Acorda urged the public to stay vigilant and to report any information that could assist in the prompt apprehension of criminals, reinforcing the importance of community participation in maintaining public safety.