2K trike drivers tapped as PNP force multipliers

 

POLICE BOOSTERS — Pangasinan Police Provincial Office director Col. Rollyfer Capoquian (standing left) talks to tricycle drivers and operators during oathtaking of officers and members of the tricycle drivers and operators (TODA) Rescue in San Fabian, Pangasinan on Feb. 8. The PPO  tapped around 2,000 TODA in the province to serve as force multipliers in crime prevention and rescue operations. (Photo courtesy of Pangasinan PPO)

By Hilda Austria

 

MALASIQUI, Pangasinan – The Pangasinan Police Provincial Office (PPO) has tapped around 2,000 tricycle drivers and operators (TODA) in the province to serve as force multipliers in crime prevention and rescue operations. 

    In a phone interview on Wednesday, Pangasinan PPO director Col. Rollyfer Capoquian said the members of the TODA Rescue will help the police in crime prevention efforts and assist them in the maintenance of public safety. 

    “They are on the road 24/7, making them valuable partners in crime prevention. We will train them in basic life-saving skills, first aid, and emergency response,” Capoquian said. 

    He highlighted that tricycle drivers, who operate in densely populated areas and navigate narrow roads, are well-positioned to respond to emergencies. 

    Their ability to quickly transport victims to healthcare facilities makes them crucial in rescue operations.

    "Their familiarity with their respective area qualifies them as first responders or rescuers," Capoquian said. 

    He said the TODA Rescue members have no salary but they will be given perks such as red cross cards, priority lanes on license renewal, and issuance of police auxiliary stickers. 

    Aside from the training, the rescuers will also have their identification cards. -- PNA

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727 Cagayan cops undergo drug test; none drug-positive

By Vince Jacob Visaya

TUGUEGARAO CITY — The Regional Intelligence Division and Regional Forensic Unit 2 disclosed that none among the 156 police officers in Cagayan province tested positive for drug use.

    The 156 police officers in Cagayan province were among the 727 police officers in Cagayan Valley's police stations and provincial offices who underwent the internal disciplinary scheme being imposed since Jan. 7, said Brig. Gen. Antonio Marallag Jr., Cagayan Valley regional police director.

    The Philippine National Police (PNP) is targeting 2,649 officers who will be tested randomly under the PNP Internal Disciplinary Mechanism and PNP Revitalized Internal Cleaning Program.

    Drug test results have yet to be known in Isabela, which had 291 tested police officers; 99 in Santiago City; 22 in Quirino; 88 in Nueva Vizcaya; and 71 at the regional police headquarters.

    Marallag asked the police officers to continue their dedication in fighting illegal drugs and remain loyal and trusted as law enforcers.

    The regional police director said he will not tolerate those police involved and will be found positive in drug use.

    "Any police officer who will test positive for illegal drug use will undergo a confirmatory test, and if the results are positive, they will be subjected to a thorough investigation and face an administrative charge," warned Marallag.

    "I will not tolerate anyone breaking the law, especially in relation to the antidrug law," he added.

 

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Police inspect transport terminals in Tuguegarao

By Liezle Basa Inigo

TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan – Police Regional Office 2 Director Police Brig. Gen. Christopher C. Birung inspected bus and van terminals here last week  to ensure the safety of people going home for Christmas.
    Birung, who inspected the Victory Liner, GV Florida, and central van terminals, urged drivers to maintain roadworthiness of their vehicles before traveling.
    He urged them to refrain from drinking liquor before and during their trips.
    Policemen detailed in these terminals were reminded of their duty to maintain peace and order.
    Birung said these proactive measures will contribute to a smooth and safe travel experience for the people during the festive season.
    He was accompanied in the inspection by Police Col. Rodelio Samson, deputy regional director for operations; Police Col. Jimmy Garrido, chief, Regional Operations Division; Police Col. Julio Gorospe,     Cagayan police chief; Police Lt. Col. Richard Gatan, police chief here, Police Major Sharon Mallillin, officer-in-charge, Regional Public Information office, and the media.
 
 

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PROCor marksmanship shoot-for-a-cause held; Peredo awards winners

CAMP DANGWA, La Trinidad, Benguet – The Cordillera Police Regional Office bared winners of the 2nd PRO Cordillera marksmanship enhancement and shoot for a cause here Dec. 27.
    The said shoot fest aimed to raise funds to assist those in need while showcasing skills of participants and gun enthusiasts, the regional police information office said.
    Cordillera police director Brig. Gen. David K. Peredo Jr. with RAGPTD chairman engineer. Eduardo N. Meneses led awarding ceremony of the event.
    Present during the program were deputy regional director for administration Brig. Gen. Joseph G. Allan; deputy regional director for operations Col. Elmer E. Ragay; chief regional staff Col. Julio S. Lizardo, regional staff, including personnel.

    The awardees received r trophies for winning in categories during the event held at the PRO Cordillera firing range Dec. 14–17.
    For the individual category, command group division, Peredo Jr. garnered first runner-up while Lizardo bagged championship title.
    For individual senior PCO category, the champion was Lt. Col. Samson Kimayong while Col. Damina Olsim was 1st runner-up.
    For Junior PCO category, the champion was Capt. Taggart Bagsiyao while 1st runner-up was Lt. Feberick Talingdan.
    For Individual Senior PNCO category, champion was MSg Jiford Sumcad who was also 2nd runner-up in PRO Cordillera Aggregates Division.
    PEMS Joseph Fakat was 1st runner-up, who also was 3rd runner-up in the PRO Cordillera Aggregates Division.
    For the Individual Junior PNCO category, champion was SSg Jessie Bustarde, who was also the champion in the PRO Cordillera Aggregates Division, while the 1st runner-up was awarded to Cpl Kenny Boy Tabayag, who received the same award in the PRO Cordillera Aggregates Division.
    Special award for PCO Lady Shooter was given to Lt. Col. Nancy Mae Rafale while Capt. Brenda Gupaal was 1st runner-up.
    Capt. Rose Golocan was 2nd runner-up.
    Meanwhile, special award for PNCO Lady Shooter as champion was bestowed on Cpl. Mariefe     Dulnuan, while the 1st runner-up was Cpl. Wendelyn Dibaratun.
    Second runner-up was Pat. Rhea Cabesa.
    For PRO Cordillera Aggregates Division, Cpl. Jason Dingcog of BPPO was 4th runner-up.
    For Team Event Category, the champion was awarded to RLDDD, received by Maj. Jeremiah R. Benito, while 1st runner-up was the ORD-2nd team, whose award was received by Capt. Rodolfo M. Mangay-ayam Jr. while 2nd runner-up was the ROD.
    Award was received by Col. Jeremias G. Oyawon.
    For the PPOs and CPO Division, the champion was Benguet Provincial Police Office whose award was received by Col. Damina Olsim.
    The 1st runner-up was awarded to Ifugao PPO, received by Capt. Garry M. Tumitit.
    The 2nd runner-up was Baguio City Police Office, who award was received by Col. Francisco B. Bulwayan Jr.
    For Mobile Force Division, the champion was Ifugao PMFC whose award was  received by Lt. Col. Samson Kimayong.
    First runner-up was Benguet PPO 2nd PMFC with award received by Lt. Col. Rafael Tayaban.
Second  2nd runner-up was Abra PPO PMFC. Award was received by Lt. Feberick Talingdan.
For RSU Division, champion was CARTC. Award was received by Lt. Col. Nancy Mae Rafael.
First runner-up was RECU-Cordillera with award received by Lt. Jeffrey A. Cabinto.
Second runner-up was RIU14 with award received by Col. Neftaly A. Donato.
    Additional awardees in Production LEA Division were cited.
    Championship was awarded to SSg. Joey Gutierez from HPG while 1st runner-up was JO3 Jess Habiling from BJMP.
    Second 2nd runner-up was Cpl. Marcelino Abellera of Benguet PPO.
    For Senior Production Lady shooter,  champion was PEMS Ave C. Nabunat of Benguet PPO while  Junior Production Lady Shooter champion was Cpl. Wendy Dibaratun of BCPO.
    For Standard LEA, championship was awarded to Lt. Col. Jabar B. Wanna from PRO 1 with 1st runner-up going to JSS Metadio Patting of BJMP.
    Second runner-up was Capt. Taggart B. Bagsiyao of BPPO.
    For Classic LEA, champion was CMS Ruel Lapena, while 1st runner-up was CMS Juval Buacas,
Second runner-up was PEMS Ayti Balcanao.
    For Production Optic Lawman, championship was awarded to SSg. Dave Dalgo. For the R.O. In the match, the champion was awarded to PSMS Miller Villanueva of Benguet PPO while 1st runner-up was awarded to CMS Froilan Wayne Likigan of BCPO.
    The 2nd runner-up was MSg. Gideon Cabfilan of RMFB15.
    A certificate of appreciation was presented to engineer Meneses for his “invaluable contribution and unwavering support and commitment to PRO Cordillera” during the said activity.
 

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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.

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Apayao cops turn ‘superheros’; give Christmas cheer

LUNA, Apayao - Apayao Police Provincial Office officers put on their superhero costumes as they move around the province spreading Christmas cheer to the communities with performances and gifts.
    As part of the Apayao PPO's 'Paskuhan sa Kampo' celebration, the police created the outreach program aimed to share blessings with the local community and make the holiday season extra joyful for the children.

    Wearing their capes and masks, the “superhero cops” distributed a variety of food packs and toys to children and to some residents this Tuesday, December 19, 2023.
    Some of the beneficiaries were kids admitted at the Far North Luzon General Hospital (FNLGHT), learners at the Quirino Day Care Center in Luna, and some residents of Barangay Capanikian in Pudtol.
    During the opening program conducted at the Camp Elias Bulut Sr. in Barangay Santa Lina, Luna, Governor Elias Bulut Jr. and Congressman Eleanor Bulut-Begtang expressed their steadfast commitment to supporting the PNP's programs.
    The two leaders also highlighted their dedication to combating terrorism and addressing incidents of rape within the province, the Apayao Provincial Public Information Office reported.

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PRO Cordillera honors 13 retiring PNP officers

CAMP DANGWA, La Trinidad, Benguet -- The Police Regional Office Cordillera deputy regional director for administration Brig. Gen. Patrick Joseph G. Allan, led Cordillera police in honoring commitment and dedication to service shown by 13 retiring cops through the Philippine National Police retirement ceremony known as  “Salamat Kapatid Program" held at regional police headquarters Dec. 15.
    The honorees were: Maj. Shameral B. Banag, Maj. Juvee B. Tomen, Capt. Odilon Fei A. Osorio, all PEMS Luciano B. Mangulad, Silvestre K. Lumyeb, Rommel C. Landa, Jackie D. Alunday, John P. Pel-ingen, Zacheus L. Domingo, Edgar Allan D. Ollagan, John W. Banutan, Jonald B. Songday and SSg. Federico B Gunnawa.
    The program was graced by the deputy regional director for administration as  presiding officer and attended by members of the Command Group, regional staff, other personnel and family and friends of  retirees.
    As a highlight of the program, Brig. Gen. Allan presented the medalya ng paglilingkod and plaque to the honorees for their dedication and invaluable service to the PNP. 
    A certificate of recognition was given to each of the families of the retirees as expression of appreciation for their support, love, and sacrifice in the successful performance of honorees' duties to the organization. 
    Representing the retirees, majors Banag and Tomen delivered messages, thanking the PNP and PRO Cordillera for honing them to become honorable members of the organization and giving them the mandate to serve and protect the Filipino people.
 

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PNP ‘Pamaskong Handog’benefits 53 Abra families

SALLAPADAN, Abra -- A total of 53 families from sitios Lam-awan and  Gayaman in Barangay Bazar here benefited from "Pamaskong Handog" program of the 2nd Abra Provincial Mobile Force Company Dec. 13, the regional police information office said.
    The 2nd Abra PMFC said the outreach program was initiated by Lt. Col. Dickson K. Banes, force commander, who led the team in contributing cash to purchase grocery items and snacks.
    After purchasing said grocery items, the police officers of 2nd Abra PMFC traveled  almost two hours and walked for an additional 30 minutes to reach the two sitios, where they handed over the grocery packs and clothes to beneficiaries.
    The said sitios were chosen as beneficiaries of said program to provide opportunity for the residents in these remote areas to feel essence of Christmas, exemplify the organization's dedication to community service and reflect values of compassion, generosity, and solidarity during this Yuletide season.
 

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Cops discover Abra NPA camp; seize war materials

TUBO, Abra -- An abandoned camp of the New People’s Army was discovered by Abra cops where several war materials were found here in Barangay Kili on Nov. 27, the regional police information office said.
    A report submitted to regional police director Brig. Gen. David K. Peredo Jr. said elements of 143rd Special Action Company, 14th Special Action Battalion,  Abra Police Provincial Office, Mountain Province PPO and Regional Mobile Force Battalion 15, were conducting operations at said barangay when they discovered the encampment along with one anti-personnel mine  (PVC type), two dynamite, four pieces of detonating cord, ICOM handheld radio, two ICOM battery chargers, assorted wiring, one solar panel, Motorola and Nokia chargers, two Dynamo and a grease gun.
    Other subversive documents, several communication devices, tools, medicine kits, and personal belongings were taken  by police from the camp.
    Items are now in the custody of Tubo MPS and EOD Abra while police area searching adjacent areas of the CTG encampment NPA guerillas.
 

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209 Cordi cops awarded for work in b’gay, SK elections

CAMP DANGWA, La Trinidad, Benguet – Some 209 members of Reactionary Standby Support Force of Police Regional Office Cordillera were awarded for “exemplary performance of duty” during recent barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Election 2023.|
    Awardees received their Medalya ng Papuri (PNP commendation medal) from Cordillera police director Brig. Gen. David K. Peredo Jr. here at regional police headquarters Nov. 3.

    The event was witnessed by deputy regional director for administration Brig. Gen. Patrick Joseph G. Allan; acting deputy regional director for operations Elmber E. Ragay;  chief regional staff Col. Julio S. Lazardo; regional staff and other Cordillera police personnel.
    In his message, Peredo Jr. commended the RSSF contingents for ensuring safe, orderly, and peaceful conduct of BSKE 2023 in municipalities of Abra.
    "You are the epitome of discipline that the PRO Cordillera family and whole of Cordillera Region are proud of. May this not be the end of your untiring support to your sworn duties and responsibilities.     Every day is a challenging task, of which we are obliged to be more vigilant at all times. I urge everyone to remain faithful and steadfast to our mandate as law enforcers," Peredo said.
 
 
 
 

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Ngaya-an new Tabuk police chief

TABUK CITY, Kalinga – Lt. Col. Jolly N. Ngayaan assumed post as acting Tabuk chief of police following turnover of command ceremony here at City Hall Nov. 6.
    The ceremony was administered by officer-in-charge of Kalinga Police Provincial Office Col. Freddie Lazona attended by provincial and city local officials, Kalinga PPO officers and stakeholders.

    Outgoing chief of police Col. Joey Jonathan B. Bagyao handed over inventory book and unit flag to Ngaya-an during rites.
    In his message, Ngayaan said he accepted the challenge of leading and serving the police force of Tabuk City Police Station.
    Lazona congratulated Ngaya-an and thanked Kalinga folks for his stint as chief of police.
 

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Baguio police not keen on lifting vehicle coding

BAGUIO CITY — The Baguio City Police Office is not recommending suspension of the the number coding scheme even during holidays like the during the recent barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections and commemoration of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day in the city to ensure smooth flow of vehicles in the city.
    BCPO City Director Police Col. Francisco Bulwayan, Jr. said the suspension of the number coding scheme will not help in addressing the traffic problems of the city that is why it should be continuously enforced even during holidays as provided in ordinance that mandated the scheme.

    He said with influx of residents and visitors to the city particularly during weekends. volume of vehicles is up.
    Bulwayan said the number coding scheme contains number of vehicles allowed to ply along major roads in the city scheme to prevent monstrous traffic jams.
    The BCPO official chief said the city’s number coding ordinance did not explicitly provide that its implementation will be suspended during holidays.
    Bulwayan said the BCPO has more than enough uniformed personnel and force multipliers, reason local police force will not request any augmentation from the Police Regional Office during holidays.
    Ordinance 001, series of 2003 as amended, known as Baguio Number Coding Scheme ordered the number coding scheme in major roads around the city to address traffic congestion caused by increasing volume of motor vehicles in this summer capital.

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Kiangan PNP cited best in Cordi policing system

KIANGAN, Ifugao -- The Kiangan Municipal Police Station here was recognized “Best community and service-oriented policing system (CSOP) implementer provincial level during celebration of 122nd Police Service Anniversary.
    Kiangan acting chief of police Capt. Brenda B. Sumawang received certificate of commendation from the deputy provincial director for administration of Ifugao PPO Lt. Col. Joseph B. Cayat at Camp  Dunuan, Poblacion North, Lagawe on Oct. 23.
    The Kiangan MPS was awarded “Best CSOP implementer” for their harmonious working relationship with the local government unit of Kiangan, not only in peace and order, public safety but also in crime prevention and solutions and in effective delivery of services in their areas of responsibility.
    The “Best CSOP Implementer Award” is given to police units for their exemplary performance in establishing good coordination and collaboration with LGUs and citizenry in promotion of peace and order and public safety and strengthening the LGU’s capability for effective delivery of services to the community.

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