The situation, in brief
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso announced on Tuesday afternoon, January 13, that the Manila Police District (MPD) has arrested the city’s Top 1 Most Wanted Person, a murder suspect linked to the killing of a criminology student in Tondo in October 2023. Domagoso said the…
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso announced on Tuesday afternoon, January 13, that the Manila Police District (MPD) has arrested the city’s Top 1 Most Wanted Person, a murder suspect linked to the killing of a criminology student in Tondo in October 2023.
Domagoso said the suspect, identified as Prince Ethan Cruz, was arrested by MPD operatives pursuant to a warrant of arrest for murder, following a manhunt conducted by district intelligence and tracker teams.
Addressing the public during a livestream at Manila City Hall, the Mayor reiterated his administration’s hardline stance against crime, warning that offenders will be pursued regardless of how long it takes.
“Gusto ko pong ipaalam sa ating mga kababayan sa lungsod na ’yung Top 1 Most Wanted ng City of Manila at ng Manila Police District ay nakalawit na po, nadala na po ng Manila Police District,” Domagoso said.
“Kapag ginawa niyo ang krimen sa Maynila, we will go after you no matter how long, how short, to find you. There is no place for you in this country once you commit a crime in the City of Manila,” he said.
The Mayor said Cruz was identified as the Top 1 Most Wanted in connection with a crime committed in October 2023, with the victim identified as a resident of Tondo, District 2, Manila, and that the arrest was carried out under an existing warrant of arrest for murder.
Domagoso also commended MPD officers for apprehending the suspect without loss of life, underscoring the importance of disciplined police operations and adherence to due process.
“I’m happy sa tolerance ng ating Manila Police District na makuha ang mga suspect nang buhay at sila ay madala sa mata ng batas at hustisya,” he said.
The Mayor assured the victim’s family that the city government and MPD remain committed to securing justice. He also assured residents that authorities will continue to protect the public and hold criminals accountable.
“Pumanatag kayo, mga Batang Maynila. Hangga’t nandito tayo, lahat ng mga naapi at mabibiktima, we will do our best in our own little way through the help of the Manila Police District—that everyone who committed a crime will be brought to justice, and justice will be served,” he said.
