Tag: Police
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Antique Braces for Election Period with Checkpoints and Gun Ban Enforcement
As the election period approaches, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Antique, in collaboration with the Antique Provincial Police Office (APPO), is gearing up to establish checkpoints across the province. This initiative is set to begin on January 12, coinciding with the start of the election period and the enforcement of a gun ban. Wil…
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Bicol Police Arrest Over 1,400 Drug Suspects, Seize PHP276 Million in Illegal Drugs in 2024
In a significant crackdown on illegal activities in the Bicol region throughout 2024, the Police Regional Office (PRO-5) reported the arrest of 1,459 individuals suspected of drug-related offenses. The operations, which spanned across the six provinces of the region, led to the seizure of illegal drugs valued at over PHP276 million. Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon,…
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Western Visayas Police Gear Up for Ati-Atihan and Dinagyang Festivals
In the wake of a peaceful holiday season, the Police Regional Office in Western Visayas (PRO6) is now channeling its efforts into ensuring the safety of two major cultural festivals in the region: the Ati-Atihan in Kalibo and the Dinagyang in Iloilo City. Regional director Brig. Gen. Jack Wanky shared these plans during a press…
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Ilocos Norte Police Demolish Seized ‘Boga’ and Illegal Firecrackers
In a significant move to ensure public safety, the Ilocos Norte police obliterated 331 units of ‘boga’, or homemade cannons, along with various illegal firecrackers at Camp Valentin S. Juan in Laoag City on January 3, 2025. The total value of the destroyed items was estimated at PHP31,490, a decrease from the previous year’s PHP52,690.…
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Antique Police Gears Up for 2025 Midterm Elections
The Antique Provincial Police Office (APPO) is preparing for the 2025 National and Local Elections (NLE) while continuing to ensure peace and public safety across the province. In an interview at the APPO Headquarters in San Jose de Buenavista, Antique, Lt. Col. Angelo Pueblos, the officer in charge, emphasized their collaboration with various government agencies,…
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Central Visayas Police Chief Ensures New Year Safety with Fireworks Stall Inspections
In a proactive move to safeguard the community during New Year’s Eve celebrations, the head of the Central Visayas police force, Brig. Gen. Roy Parena, personally inspected firecracker and pyrotechnic stalls in Cebu City. The inspections, carried out on December 31, 2024, were aimed at verifying that vendors adhered to safety standards and local regulations…
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Police Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks in Negros Oriental Ahead of New Year
In a sweeping operation across Negros Oriental, the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) have intensified their efforts to curb the sale of illegal fireworks as New Year’s Eve approaches. On Friday, December 27, 2024, authorities reported the seizure of banned pyrotechnics in the towns of Manjuyod and Vallehermoso. The…
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Ilocos Norte Police Step Up Patrols to Curb Drunk Driving During Holiday Festivities
In an effort to enhance public safety during the holiday season, the Ilocos Norte police have ramped up their mobile patrols and set up checkpoints across strategic locations. This intensified effort comes in response to ongoing issues with drivers operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol during festive times. Police Major Jephre Taccad, head of…
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78,000 Police and Firefighters Ready for Peaceful Holiday Season, Says DILG
MANILA – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has announced that a robust force of 78,000 police officers and firefighters will be on high alert to maintain peace and prevent any disturbances during the remainder of the holiday season. DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla emphasized the department’s commitment to ensuring a safe and…
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Police Chief Urges Officers to Avoid Random Gunfire During New Year Celebrations
In Manila, Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan, the Director of Police Regional Office 3 in Central Luzon, has issued a stern warning to law enforcement officers against engaging in indiscriminate firing during New Year festivities. Maranan emphasized that the primary duty of the police is to safeguard the community and maintain peace. He stressed that officers…
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