Nartatez urges Bato to cooperate with PNP
PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. urged Sen. Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa to cooperate with authorities and honor his duty as a former PNP chief.
May 24, 2026
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MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. on Sunday urged Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa to cooperate with authorities and honor his duty as a former PNP chief amid ongoing efforts to track him.
In a statement, Nartatez emphasized that dela Rosa, as a former PNP chief, should set an example by complying with legal processes. The PNP is currently conducting operations related to an unspecified matter involving the senator.
Dela Rosa has not publicly responded to the appeal as of Sunday. The PNP has not provided further details on the nature of the operations or the specific case.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.?
He is the current chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP).
What is the reason for the PNP tracking Sen. Bato dela Rosa?
The PNP has not disclosed the specific reason for the operations involving the senator.
Has Sen. Bato dela Rosa responded to the appeal?
As of May 24, 2026, he has not publicly responded.
