MARAWI CITY (PIA) — Police Captain Esnairah Lucman, Chief of Police (COP) of Bacolod Kalawi town in Lanao del Sur, reassured the public of the police force’s readiness to ensure safety and security in the community, despite the area being categorized under the yellow security status.
Lucman emphasized the importance of remaining vigilant, especially in a time when tensions are high due to upcoming elections. “Walang immediate concerns, pero hindi pa rin tayo nagbibigay ng kumpiyansa. Bagama’t nasa kategorya ng yellow (ang Bacolod Kalawi), mainam na maselan tayo sa pag-obserba sa komunidad para responsive tayo,” she said.
(There are no immediate concerns, but that does not give us a reason to be complacent. Although Bacolod Kalawi is in the yellow category, it is best to remain vigilant in observing the community so that we can be responsive.)
Lucman highlighted the unpredictability of crime, especially with election-related tensions. She emphasized the importance of a visible police presence to help residents feel safe and secure.
As such, the COP expressed her gratitude for the new mobile patrol units provided to the police force. “Mayroon na kaming existing mobile patrol, pero dahil matagal na naming ginagamit, may mga (kailangang) i-repair din. Kaya malaking blessing sa amin na nabiyayaan ulit kami (ng personnel vehicle) Dahil mula sa isang mobile, mayroon kaming tatlong mga mobile patrol,” she stated.
(We already have mobile patrols, but since they have been in use for a long time, some require repairs. That’s why receiving new personnel vehicles is a great blessing for us. From having just one mobile patrol, we now have three.)
Lucman vowed that the new vehicle would ensure the community could sleep soundly at night, knowing that police are on watch.
She reassured the public that the police force will not be complacent and will continue to work diligently to ensure residents’ safety and peace of mind. (APB/PIA-10 Lan ao del Sur)
