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NCRPO: Metro Manila logs 11% drop in crime rate
The crime rate in Metro Manila saw an 11.12% decrease from October 9 to November 4, following the assumption of Maj. Gen. Sidney Hernia as the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) chief.
During this period, the NCRPO recorded 7,649 crime incidents, a reduction from the 8,606 incidents in the preceding period.
The NCRPO's anti-drug campaign resulted in the confiscation of over P79.7 million worth of illegal substances and the arrest of 1,039 individuals through 703 operations.
In operations against illegal gambling, P542,404.75 in cash was seized, and 1,954 individuals were apprehended.
The police force also confiscated 160 firearms and apprehended 157 individuals in operations targeting loose firearms.
Furthermore, 539 most wanted persons and 708 other individuals on the wanted list were arrested.
Maj. Gen. Hernia highlighted the NCRPO's digitization efforts, including the Law Enforcement Reporting Information System and the Electronic Daily Personnel Accounting System, as key to improving operational responsiveness, transparency, and efficiency.
Hernia stated that these digital advancements underscore the NCRPO's commitment to prioritizing public safety.
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