Authorities Arrest 9 LTO Personnel During Anti-Extortion Entrapment Operation in Agusan del Norte
Nine personnel from the Land Transportation Office were arrested during an entrapment operation against extortion.
On Thursday (June 18, 2026), LTO conducted an entrapment operation in Barangay Alubijid, Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, leading to the arrest of the suspects.
The operation was carried out through the joint efforts of the LTO Central Office, the Regional Intelligence Division of Police Regional Office-13, the Regional Mobile Force Battalion 13, and the Buenavista Municipal Police Station.
Authorities launched the operation following complaints from motorists who allegedly became victims of illegal activities during roadside inspections.
According to initial reports, the arrested individuals were allegedly involved in extortion while conducting traffic enforcement operations. Investigators said several complaints had already been received regarding the group’s supposed practice of asking motorists for money in exchange for avoiding penalties or further inspection.
The entrapment operation was organized after authorities gathered information from affected drivers. The successful operation led to the arrest of the suspects, who are now under investigation as officials determine the full extent of the alleged activities.
Many motorists welcomed the development, saying it was an important step toward ensuring fairness and integrity in traffic enforcement. One driver shared that he allegedly experienced a similar incident earlier this year.
According to his account, he was stopped during a roadside operation and was reportedly asked to provide a large amount of money after being flagged down.
Authorities have not yet released complete details regarding the roles of each suspect, and further investigation is underway. Officials are also looking into whether other individuals may have been involved in the alleged scheme.
As of this writing, authorities continue gathering evidence as they prepare the appropriate charges against those involved. The investigation remains ongoing.
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