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Metro Manila crimes down 60% during Lent – NCRPO
Index crimes in Metro Manila saw a 60% decrease during Holy Week 2025, with 45 cases reported compared to 113 in 2024.
The NCRPO reported significant drops in murder (from eight to one), rape (from 18 to four), physical injuries (from 12 to four), and theft (from 55 to 24).
Carnapping and motorcycle theft incidents also decreased, though specific numbers for these were not provided in the new article.
The NCRPO's crime solution efficiency improved to 89% from 73.45% in the previous year, indicating that nine out of ten crimes were solved.
Over 10,000 police personnel were deployed across Metro Manila to secure various locations during the Lenten period.
NCRPO director Maj. Gen. Anthony Aberin stated that no major security threats were monitored and attributed the increased police visibility partly to the upcoming midterm elections in May.
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