PRO8 assures security as classes resumes in Yolanda-hit areas

By PInsp. ROMUEL NACAR
January 3, 2014

CAMP KANGLEON, Palo, Leyte – The top official of Police Regional Office 8 (PRO8) has directed policemen assigned in areas affected by super typhoon “Yolanda” to intensify their security preparation as students and school officials troops to various public and private schools for the resumption of classes on Monday.

Acting police regional director Police Chief Supt. Henry P. Losañes has directed an intensified implementation of the Police Integrated Patrol System (PIPS) near school premises in Tacloban City and other areas in Leyte, Samar and Eastern Samar that were affected by the storm.

“We assure the safety of school officials and students in these areas and will ensure police presence to prevent the occurrence of any crime incident,” he said.

The police official informed that Police Assistance Desks (PADs) will be established in different schools and uniformed policemen will conduct mobile and foot patrol along traffic routes and within the immediate vicinity of school premises.

He also advised the public, especially parents and students, to remain vigilant and observe precautionary measures to avoid being victims of petty crimes.

“The public should report any suspicious looking person or actions noticed in schools and its immediate premises to the nearest police assistance desk or station for our immediate action,” Losañes added.