1,999 cops deployed in Cordi for X’mas season

CAMP DANGWA, La Trinidad, Benguet -- The Police Regional Office Cordillera deployed more than a thousand cops to ensure the safety and security of the public in observance of the major holiday celebrations and activities from Dec. 16 to Jan. 6, 2023, the regional poli e information office said.
    Based on data from the Regional Operations Division, a total of 1,999 PRO Cordillera police officers were deployed in Cordillera.

    To ensure the safety and security of major thoroughfares, 887 PRO Cordillera cops were deployed for road monitoring including those manning terminals in the region. 
    In places of convergence and commercial areas, 1,082 personnel were deployed to secure public markets, parks, malls, and places of worship. 
    A total of 545 augmented units and force multipliers were also mobilized as part of security and crime prevention measures during celebration of the long holidays, the PIO said.
    PRO Cordillera urged to stay alert and be vigilant to avoid untoward incidents and accidents from happening while enjoying activities prepared for the Christmas and New Year celebrations.