Joint maritime operations by the Iloilo Provincial Bantay Dagat Task Force, the 2nd Iloilo Provincial Mobile Force Company (2IPMFC), and Regional Intelligence Unit 6 (RIU 6) resulted in the apprehension of three fishing vessels and their crew engaging in illegal fishing activities off the coast of Barangay Buenavista, Carles on August 27, 2026.
Authorities intercepted F/B Sister, piloted by a resident of Barangay Bancal, Carles, alongside its crew. The seized assets include the fishing boat valued at P150,000, fishing paraphernalia worth P100,000, and one tub of anchovies valued at P5,000.
A blue, unnamed fishing vessel operated by a resident of Barangay Tabugon, Carles, and three crew members from Barangay Tinigban, Carles, was intercepted while engaging in dynamite fishing. Five kilograms of assorted fish valued at P2,500 were recovered.
A green, unnamed fishing boat carrying a pilot and crew, all residents of Barangay Buenavista, Carles, was apprehended for dynamite fishing. Officers confiscated boat accessories and five kilograms of assorted fish worth P2,500.
The arrested individuals were informed of the nature of their arrest and apprised of their constitutional rights under the Miranda Doctrine and Anti-Torture Law in a dialect they fully understand. They are currently held at the Carles Municipal Police Station custodial facility for proper disposition.
The confiscated fishing boats, equipment, and paraphernalia remain under the custody of the Iloilo Provincial Bantay Dagat Task Force pending the filing of appropriate charges.