Police Regional Office 10 (PRO10) has achieved significant milestones in its first 100 days under the leadership of Regional Director, PBGEN JAYSEN C DE GUZMAN. Spanning from September 26, 2024, to January 4, 2025, PRO10’s intensified law enforcement operations across Northern Mindanao resulted in substantial accomplishments in public safety and crime prevention.
Landmark Achievements:
Campaign Against Illegal Drugs:
- 683 Operations Conducted: PRO10 intensified its fight against illegal drugs, resulting in the arrest of 842 individuals.
- Drugs Seized: Authorities confiscated approximately 5,676.365 grams of shabu and 1,254.850 grams of marijuana, with an estimated total Standard Drug Price of PhP38,876,888.00.
Anti-Illegal Gambling Efforts:
- 241 Operations Conducted: These resulted in the arrest of 312 individuals and the confiscation of PhP107,417.00 worth of illegal gambling items.
Pursuit of Wanted Persons:
- 985 Wanted Persons Arrested: Among those apprehended, 170 were classified as Most Wanted Persons and 815 as Other Wanted Persons.
Battle Against Loose Firearms (Kontra Boga):
- 151 Operations Conducted: These efforts led to the arrest of 68 individuals and the confiscation, surrender, or recovery of 241 small arms and three light weapons.
- Revitalized Katok (Bilang Boga): Approximately 4,416 house visitations were carried out, resulting in the voluntary surrender of 146 firearms for safekeeping.
Anti-Smuggling Operations:
- 44 Operations Conducted: These efforts resulted in the arrest of 53 individuals and the confiscation of smuggled cigarettes worth PhP58,636,515.00.
Crackdown on Illegal Mining:
- 22 Operations Conducted: A total of 64 individuals were apprehended, and illegal mining paraphernalia worth PhP18,586,150.00 was seized.
Commitment to Excellence:
PBGEN JAYSEN C DE GUZMAN commended the men and women of PRO10 for their dedication to public safety, emphasizing the importance of collective effort and perseverance.
“The dedication and hard work of our personnel made these accomplishments possible. This milestone is a reflection of our shared commitment to serving and protecting the people of Northern Mindanao,” he said.
Call to Action:
PRO10 urged the public to remain vigilant and proactive in reporting illegal activities to the nearest police station or through PRO10’s hotline numbers. The Regional Office reaffirms its mission to maintain peace, order, and security in Northern Mindanao.
Moving Forward:
The first 100 days of PBGEN DE GUZMAN’s leadership mark a promising start in advancing the safety and well-being of Northern Mindanao’s communities. PRO10’s accomplishments stand as a testament to its unwavering commitment to public service and its readiness to tackle evolving challenges in law enforcement.