Motorcycle thief nabbed in Cotabato City faces charges

In Cotabato City, authorities have apprehended a 33-year-old man in connection with a string of motorcycle thefts. The suspect, identified as Mohammad Sayong Akmad, was arrested on May 12 after allegedly stealing a motorcycle at gunpoint. Police recovered a .45 caliber pistol and ammunition from Akmad, who relatives claim has stolen at least ten motorcycles since 2025 and sold them in various provinces. This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of crime in the region. The Cotabato City Police Director, Col. Jibin Bongcayao, confirmed that theft and illegal firearm possession cases have been filed against Akmad. The swift apprehension by Cotabato City Police Station 1, led by Major Teofisto Ferrer Jr., demonstrates the police's commitment to maintaining peace and order. The community's cooperation, through relatives and barangay officials providing information, was crucial in Akmad's arrest and the subsequent filing of charges, underscoring the importance of public-police partnerships in combating crime.

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The motorcycle thief arrested in Cotabato City on May 12, 2026 is now in police custody.