CNMI Department of Public Safety

Three people were arrested early Saturday morning on vandalism, theft, and drug‑related charges after police interrupted an alleged fuel‑siphoning incident outside the Saipan Mayor’s Office in Susupe.

The Northern Marianas Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence says reinstating the DPS commissioner undermines public trust and may discourage victims from reporting misconduct.

CNMI Gov. David Apatang reinstated Anthony I. Macaranas as Department of Public Safety commissioner Thursday.

The Department of Public Safety has asked the Civil Service Commission to review allegations that former Commissioner Anthony I. Macaranas made repeated inappropriate and demeaning remarks toward female employees.

Acting CNMI Gov. Dennis Mendiola on Monday served Anthony I. Macaranas a letter terminating his appointment as Department of Public Safety commissioner.

Former DPS officer Earl Borja, who resigned after allegations he assaulted a man with a disability in December, has been charged in Superior Court with assault with a dangerous weapon, assault and battery, and misconduct in public office.

Two CNMI Department of Public Safety police officers are under investigation for allegedly assaulting a man with a mental disability in Marpi on Dec. 19.