Caraga declared peaceful; PNP-13 cited 98% crime clearance efficiency
BUTUAN
CITY – In a significant development, Caraga region has been declared peaceful
and orderly by Police Brigadier General Alan M. Nazarro, regional director of
Philippine National Police - Police Regional Office 13 (PNP-PRO 13) in the
conducted Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas on August 6 at the Camp Rafael Rodriguez
multi-purpose hall, Butuan City.
Caraga region made
remarkable strides in law enforcement, achieving 98.22 percent crime clearance
rate and successfully resolved 76.79 percent of reported crimes from June 2022
to June 2024.
The audio-visual
presentation shared the remarkable achievements that factored the close to
perfect efficiency percentage highlighting a series of successful operations
across the region.
Notably,
authorities confiscated a substantial 9,985.529 grams of methamphetamine
hydro-chloride or shabu and 825.44 grams of cannabis or marijuana,
valued at 92 million pesos, from the arrested 1,768 suspects and the capture of
1,121 most wanted persons from 6,277 individuals taken into custody for various
offenses.
“Although the drug
problem is manageable, we do not lower our guards. We continue to beef up our
efforts on reducing the demand and supply of illegal drugs,” PBGen. Nazarro
said.
“Rest assured that
we will continue working hand-in-hand with the Philippine Drug Enforcement
Agency (PDEA) and our partner agencies in this endeavor,” he added.
Moreover, 280
members of communist terrorist groups (CTGs) and 926 affiliates were
apprehended through operations targeting threats to national security, law
enforcement efforts were also extended to firearm control, where 4,369 loose
firearms were recovered from 318 seized suspects.
Some 406
individuals were arrested for illegal logging activities where P25 million
worth of forest products have been confiscated while P122 million worth of
marine products and gears were apprehended from 4,458 violators emphasizing
PNP-PRO 13's commitment on safeguarding communities and natural resources.
PRO 13 has entrapped 2509 suspects involved in illegal gambling activities seizing P1.25 million bet money.
"We will
maintain our momentum in combating crime, illegal activities, and
insurgency," Nazarro affirmed, highlighting the unwavering
determination of law enforcement on ensuring security and stability in the
region.
To establish a
mutual trust, the regional director gave prominence on having a closer
interaction and partnership of PNP with government and non-government agencies,
stakeholders, and the community on promoting peace and order by conducting
15,273 community outreach programs that benefited 763,650 Individuals and
mobilizing 538,273 members of Lingkod Bayan advocacy support group.
“Aside from using
the social media platforms to disseminate safety tips for public awareness, our
PCR (Police Community Relations) personnel are also visiting the communities,
schools, and churches for the conduct of symposiums or dialogues,” he stated.
“Our crime
prevention drive calls on the cooperation and collaboration of everyone to
prevent and control crimes,” he added.
He proudly pointed
out that these nearly flawless achievements are not just milestones but a
reflection of their commitment to serving with integrity and dedication. He
emphasized that it set a new standard for their role as policemen, embodying
the mantra, "Sa Bagong Pilipinas, Gusto ng Pulis Ligtas Ka" emphasizing their mission to protect and serve, aiming to build trust and
security within communities across the region.
Nazarro ended the juncture stressing his own reiteration of the mantra, "Gusto ko ligtas din ang pulis at ang kanyang pamilya," underscoring his dedication to ensuring the safety of police officers and their families, reflecting a compassionate approach to leadership within the force. (RVL,PIA-Caraga)
