PROCAR “squadrone” unit officially launched
In line with employing Enhanced Managing Police Operations under the PNP Focused Agenda of the Acting Chief, PNP, the Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR) officially launched its PRO CAR “SQUADRONE” Unit Project during a ceremony held at the Masigasig Grandstand, Camp Major Bado Dangwa, La Trinidad, Benguet on October 13, 2025.
“SQUADRONE” stands for Smart Quadrotor Unit for Advanced Deployment, Detection, Reconnaissance, Observation, and Networked Enforcement. The initiative aims to institutionalize the utilization of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) or drones across the Cordillera region to further strengthen law enforcement, crime prevention, crime solution, public safety, and disaster response operations.
As part of the program, the 50 members of the PRO CAR “SQUADRONE,” composed of police officers from various units of PRO CAR led by PCPT JAYSON JINGGOY F RUPINTA of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion 15, demonstrated their skills in a drone drill, showcasing their operational readiness and proficiency.
The ceremony was graced by PBGEN ERICSON D DILAG, PRO CAR Regional Director, along with PCOL JULIO S LIZARDO, Acting Deputy Regional Director for Administration; PCOL LEDON D MONTE, Acting Deputy Regional Director for Operations; PCOL FROILAND B LOPEZ, Acting Chief Regional Staff; the Regional Staff; the Special Staff; and other PRO CAR personnel.
In his message, PBGEN DILAG lauded the efforts of the members of the PRO CAR “SQUADRONE” Unit and highlighted the advantages of using drones, emphasizing that technology plays a crucial role in strengthening police visibility and operational efficiency across the Cordillera.
“The use of drones in law enforcement is more than just an innovation, it is a necessity in today’s rapidly evolving world. The challenges we face in maintaining peace and order, responding to emergencies and ensuring public safety demand that we equip ourselves with the best tools available,” the Regional Director said.
“Drones provide an unprecedented ability to view situations from a new perspective, one that can make the difference between a successful intervention and a missed opportunity. Whether in surveillance, search and rescue, disaster response, or crowd control, drones can deliver critical real-time data that allows us to make informed decisions swiftly,” he added.
He further expressed optimism that the activation of the PRO CAR “SQUADRONE” Unit will serve as a force multiplier in the region’s campaign for peace and order, highlighting that the integration of drone technology marks another step forward in PRO CAR’s commitment to smarter, faster, and more efficient policing.
PROCAR’s weeklong anti-criminality efforts lead to arrest of 29 wanted persons; 57 municipalities record zero crime incidence
The intensified anti-criminality campaign of the Police Regional Office Cordillera Administrative Region (PRO CAR) from October 5 to 11, 2025, led to the arrest of 29 wanted individuals, while 57 municipalities across the region remained crime-free, with zero crime incidents recorded.
According to the Regional Investigation and Detective Management Division of PRO CAR, during the weeklong manhunt operations, Baguio City Police Office (CPO) led with the highest number of arrests, apprehending 12 wanted persons, followed by Benguet Police Provincial Office (PPO) with six arrests, Abra and Ifugao PPOs with four arrests each, Kalinga PPO with two arrests, and Apayao PPO with one arrest.
Of the 29 arrested, six were listed as Most Wanted Persons: one at the Regional Level, one at the Provincial Level, and four at the Municipal Level.
Meanwhile, the heightened police presence significantly contributed to maintaining peace and order, with 57 municipalities across the region and six police stations in Baguio City recording zero crime incidents during the period.
Specifically, zero crime incidents were recorded in 20 municipalities in Abra, 10 municipalities each in Ifugao and Mountain Province, seven in Benguet, and five each in Apayao and Kalinga, while Police Station (PS) 1, PS4, PS6, PS8, PS9 and PS10 of Baguio CPO also recorded no crime incidents.
PRO CAR’s commitment to law enforcement was further highlighted by its remarkable performance, achieving a 75.51% crime clearance efficiency and 69.39% crime solution efficiency, reflecting the dedication and effectiveness of PRO CAR in upholding peace and order in the region.
The sustained accomplishments of PRO CAR reflect its unwavering commitment to excellence in law enforcement and its enduring mission to protect and serve the people of the Cordillera. Through continuous operations, proactive initiatives, and strong collaboration with local government units and community stakeholders, PRO CAR remains steadfast in maintaining peace, ensuring public safety, and fostering a secure environment where every Cordilleran can thrive.**
