Hev Abi arrested for possession of firearms
Filipino rapper-singer Hev Abi is currently in police custody as of Thursday, April 16, following his recent arrest.
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group–National Capital Region reported that the artist, whose real name is Gabriel Abilla, was apprehended along with six others during “Oplan Paglalansag Omega” conducted in Diliman, Quezon City on April 14.
Authorities served a search warrant for alleged violations of the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act and the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Seized during the operation were a G3 Taurus 9mm pistol, a magazine, and 15 rounds of live ammunition.
In response, Abilla’s recording label, Urban Development, denied the allegations, calling the incident a “misunderstanding.”
"Our legal counsel is working with the designated authorities in finding a solution," they wrote.
Hev Abi is known for hit tracks such as Para Sa Streets, Alam Mo Ba Girl, and Makasarili Malambing.
