CPPO assures no threats monitored for Holy Week
CEBU, Philippines — The Cebu Provincial Police Office (CPPO) assured that there is no immediate threat monitored during the observance of Holy Week.
Police Colonel Manuel Abrugena, the director of CPPO, said in a press conference that security personnel for Holy Week will be deployed in identified areas of convergence such as, ports, wharfs, churches, malls, and tourist spots.
Abrugena specified Minglanilla, Bantayan and Sta. Fe as areas of concerns and will be monitored closely by the Provincial Mobile Force Company.
He said that Task Force South and North have been established for a better security plan to be led by Lt. Colonel Melbert Esguerra, the CPPO Deputy Provincial Director for Operations.
He added that several government agencies convened prior to the Holy Week to make sure that a better security plan will be implemented this year.
He advised the public to be vigilant as lawless elements may take advantage of the influx of the number of persons in areas of convergence.
“Dapat we are mindful of our surroundings. Don’t wear expensive jewelry. Secondly, securely close your houses before leaving to avoid burglary,” he said.
In a related development, the Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7) is now on red alert status to ensure maximum security.
The alert status means all applications for privilege leave of personnel are cancelled in anticipation to any emergencies related to security. — MBG (FREEMAN)
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