Bato dela Rosa surrenders 20 firearms in Davao

Philippine Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa has surrendered 20 of his registered firearms in Davao City, the Philippine National Police announced on Monday, June 15. The weapons were handed over by Dela Rosa's legal representative from a residence linked to the senator.

The Philippine National Police stated that the process was conducted in an orderly fashion, with all procedures meticulously observed and documented. The firearms were officially accounted for, recorded, and received acknowledgment receipts before being transferred to the Regional Civil Security Unit 11 office in Davao City.

This action comes after the PNP revoked the licenses for 117 firearms registered under Dela Rosa's name on May 27. The revocation was mandated by the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act. The senator's firearm licenses and registrations were ordered to be surrendered immediately.

The surrender and license revocation are linked to an ongoing process involving the International Criminal Court, which has sought Dela Rosa's arrest. He is wanted in connection with alleged crimes against humanity, specifically murder, related to killings that reportedly occurred between July 2016 and April 2018 during then-President Rodrigo Duterte's anti-drug campaign.

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The process was conducted in an orderly manner, ensuring that all procedures were properly observed and fully documented.