CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — More than a thousand police officers have been deployed onto the streets for the upcoming summer vacation.
Brig. Gen. Jose S. Hidalgo Jr., the Regional Director of Police Regional Office 3, disclosed that the entire Central Luzon police force is fully prepared and vigilant as they execute the public safety campaign throughout the summer holiday season from April 1 to May 31, 2024 known as “LIGTAS SUMVAC 2024.”
“I have instructed all City and Provincial Directors of the various Police Provincial and City Police Offices to ensure the safe travel of motorists and commuters during the summer vacation. In fact, we will dispatch over 1,000 personnel across the region starting April 1,” Hidalgo stated.
He further emphasized that police visibility will be heightened through increased foot and mobile patrols, as well as the establishment of Police Assistance Desks/Centers (PADs/PACs). Additionally, road safety marshals will be stationed at convergence points such as bus terminals, airports, seaports, recreational areas, highways, main thoroughfares, and areas prone to crime to ensure optimal police presence
Furthermore, he directed all commanders to collaborate with local government units (LGUs), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other government entities, as well as volunteer groups, in setting up PADs/PACs and deploying Road Safety Marshals to deliver public safety services and assistance in a cooperative and unified manner.
“We have also sought the assistance of our force multipliers and auxiliary forces, including our Barangay Peacekeeping Action Teams (BPATs) and Radio net groups, to aid us in maintaining public safety, especially since criminal elements may exploit the presence of people gathering in places such as beaches and other tourist destinations for relaxation and recreation,” Hidalgo added.
He alos said, “I urge the public to cooperate in preventing crimes within the community by providing authorities with relevant and timely information through the PRO3 Hotline at 0998-5985330/0917-5562597.” (UnliNews Online)
