From BCPO PIO
GOVERNMENT WELCOMES FORMER NPA MEMBER WHO VOLUNTARILY SURRENDERS
The government opened its doors to a former New People’s Army (NPA) member in the barrio as he voluntarily surrendered to police authorities on the evening of August 28, 2024 in Baguio City.
Police identified the individual as a 40-year-old male, native of Asipulo, Ifugao, and currently working as a laborer.
The investigation disclosed that he is a former member of the dismantled Kilusang Larangan Guerilla (KLG) Ifugao, known as the Nona Del Rosario Command. Later, he transferred to the also dismantled KLG AMPIS. He was listed in the Periodic Status Report on Threat Groups (PSRTG) for the 2nd Quarter of 2021.
The former insurgent revealed that he was recruited in 2013 by individuals named “Alex” and “Bombo” to serve as a contact in Asipulo, Ifugao. He became a full-fledged member of the Militia ng Bayan in 2015, with the primary role of transporting goods, firearms, and recruits.
Through constant negotiations with the personnel of BCPO City Mobile Force Company (CMFC) and City Intelligence Unit (CIU), the government won his allegiance. As he withdrew his support for the NPA, he also turned over a .45 caliber firearm, five (5) live rounds of ammunition, and one (1) high-explosive 40mm cartridge.
This surrender follows a similar event last July when another former member of KLG AMPIS also surrendered to authorities. The 40-year-old surrenderer will eventually be assisted in enrolling in the DILG-administered Package of Assistance under the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP). The E-CLIP is an initiative of the government to reintegrate former insurgent groups by offering financial, livelihood, educational, legal and other support tailored to the needs of surrenderers.
In a statement of PCOL FRANCISCO B BULWAYAN, JR., BCPO City Director, he highlighted the dedication of the BAGUIO’s FINEST in extending a hand of reconciliation and support to the remaining insurgents. “By working closely with former insurgents, we aim to create a pathway for reconciliation and reintegration, showing that peace is not only a possibility but a shared goal for all,” he said.
With unity as a core value, the government ensures that those who choose to return to the fold of the law are given the necessary assistance for reintegration, offering them a clear path to redemption.**
From PRO-CAR PIO
Cordi cops confiscate over 13M worth of llegal drugs and arrest 7 drug personalities in weeklong drug ops
PRO-CAR’s continued commitment to stop the illegal drug trade and ensure the safety of the community led to the confiscation of over P13M worth of illegal drugs and the arrest of seven drug personalities in a series of anti-illegal drug operations conducted in the Cordillera region from August 19 to 25, 2024.
According to the reports submitted to the PRO-CAR Regional Director, PBGEN DAVID K PEREDO, JR, a total of 15 operations were conducted in Abra, Baguio City, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province during the week.
These operations resulted in the confiscation of 50,625 pieces of fully grown marijuana plants, 5,700 pieces of marijuana seedlings, 27,000 grams of dried marijuana leaves and fruiting tops, and 18.26 grams of suspected shabu, all of which have an overall total value of Php13,717,168.00.
The most significant operation took place in Mountain Province, where the Inayan cops conducted a marijuana eradication operation that resulted in the seizure of marijuana plants valued at Php6,400,000.00.
Moreover, in Benguet, the Cabalyero cops of the Benguet Police Provincial Office successfully conducted six marijuana eradication operations and a police response, resulting in the seizure of illegal drugs valued at Php3,693,000.00 and the arrest of one Street Level Individual (SLI).
Meanwhile, in Kalinga, the Lumin-awa cops confiscated illegal drugs worth Php 3,523,800.00 during a series of operations, including the execution of a search warrant, a buy-bust operation, and two marijuana eradication operations, which also led to the apprehension of one SLI.
Additionally, in Baguio City, the Napino cops arrested three SLI’s following the implementation of a search warrant in Baguio City; in Abra, the Abante cops apprehended one SLI after conducting a buy-bust operation; and in Ifugao, the Haggiyo cops successfully nabbed a High Value Individual during the service of a warrant of arrest.
These accomplishments highlight PRO-CAR’s strong commitment to ensuring community safety and maintaining a drug-free environment, demonstrating their dedication to protecting the public and ensuring a safer community for all.