PB Gen Dilag assumes post as new PROCAR top cop
PBGEN ERICSON DIAZ DILAG has officially assumed his post as the new Regional Director of the Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR) following the Turnover of Command Ceremony held at the PRO CAR Multi-Purpose Center, Camp Major Bado Dangwa, La Trinidad, Benguet on July 21, 2025.
PBGEN DILAG succeeded PBGEN DAVID K PEREDO, JR, who served with distinction as PRO CAR Regional Director for over two years.
Presiding over the ceremony was PLTGEN EDGAR ALAN O OKUBO, Acting Deputy Chief PNP for Operations, who also served as the Guest of Honor and Speaker. In his message, PLTGEN OKUBO lauded both the outgoing and incoming regional directors for their steadfast leadership and dedicated service to the public.
A highlight of the event was the passing of the PRO CAR command symbol and the turnover of the property equipment inventory book from the outgoing Regional Director, PBGEN PEREDO, JR, to the incoming Regional Director, PBGEN DILAG, marking the formal transfer of leadership and responsibility.
In his valedictory message, PBGEN PEREDO, JR extended his heartfelt gratitude to all personnel and stakeholders for their unwavering support throughout his leadership. He emphasized the collective achievements of PRO CAR under his watch and offered his well wishes to his successor.
Meanwhile, in his inaugural speech, PBGEN DILAG, a proud son of Kalinga, expressed his deep honor in taking on the leadership of PRO CAR. He pledged to sustain and build upon the gains of the command, calling for unity, professionalism, and unwavering dedication from all personnel as they continue to serve the Cordilleran community. He also affirmed his strong alignment with the vision and directives of PNP Chief, PGEN NICOLAS D TORRE III.
The event was witnessed by key officers and representatives from various units of the PNP, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology-CAR, Philippine Air Force, Philippine Army, Local Government Units, PNP Press Corps, PRO CAR Officers Ladies Club, Regional Advisory Group for Police Transformation and Development, and family members, relatives, and close friends of both the incoming and outgoing Regional Directors.
PRO CAR’S relentless law enforcement efforts lead to arrest of 20 wanted persons, 56 municipalities report zero crime incidence
The Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR) continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to peace and order through intensified law enforcement efforts, resulting in the arrest of 20 wanted persons, while zero crime incidents were recorded in 56 municipalities across the region from June 13 to 19, 2025.
During the weeklong campaign, Baguio City Police Office (CPO) led the operations with 11 arrests, followed by Benguet Police Provincial Office (PPO) with eight arrests, and Apayao PPO with one arrest.
Of the arrested individuals, three were identified as Most Wanted Person, two of whom are listed at the Provincial Level and one at the Municipal Level.
Crucial to these achievements was the strategic deployment of police visibility patrols and community engagement programs. The consistent presence of law enforcement personnel served not only as a deterrent to crime but also reassured the public of their safety.
Apart from the arrests, 56 municipalities, including 21 in Abra, 11 in Ifugao, nine in Mountain Province, seven in Benguet, five in Kalinga, and three in Apayao, reported no crime incidents during the same period. Additionally, Police Station (PS) 4, PS 5, PS 6, and PS 8 of Baguio CPO also recorded zero criminal activity.
PRO CAR also posted a remarkable 94.74% crime clearance efficiency and 91.23% crime solution efficiency, underscoring the effectiveness of its investigative and response capabilities.
Through these accomplishments, PRO CAR continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all communities across the region. By fostering strong partnerships with the public and implementing strategic law enforcement initiatives, PRO CAR reinforces the collective responsibility of building a crime-free and resilient society. **
