ZAMBOANGA CITY (PIA) – The Police Regional Office (PRO-9) reaffirms its commitment to enhancing public safety and combating crime in the Zamboanga Peninsula by strengthening its operational capabilities and internal accountability.

Newly appointed Regional Director, Police Brigadier General (PBGEN) Roel Rodolfo, announced a significant boost to local policing with the deployment of 150 additional police officers to Zamboanga City.
This increase in personnel aims to improve citizen safety and address existing communication and mobility challenges faced by officers responding to incidents within their areas of responsibility.
“Walang rason para di magampanan ang kanilang mga responsibilidad,” PBGEN Rodolfo stated, emphasizing the importance of proactive policing. (There are no more reasons for them not to fulfill their responsibilities)
This deployment highlights the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) ongoing dedication to maintaining public order and addressing security concerns in the region. It directly supports the PNP’s broader objectives of providing timely and effective responses to evolving security challenges.
PBGEN Rodolfo also reiterated the PNP’s strict adherence to the “One Strike Policy,” holding police commanders and chiefs fully accountable for illegal drug activities and other criminal incidents within their jurisdictions. This policy reinforces the responsibility of commanders to actively supervise, coordinate, and monitor the performance of their subordinates and all units operating within their area.
Since assuming his post, PBGEN Rodolfo has reported the arrest of five suspects in recent shooting incidents, with two cases currently progressing and one individual voluntarily surrendering. He emphasized that PRO-9 will relentlessly pursue its anti-crime efforts to ensure the safety and security of all citizens in the Zamboanga Peninsula. This commitment aligns with his LIGTAS program, which focuses on safeguarding integrity, swiftly addressing public concerns, and working collaboratively to deliver truthful and effective service. (EDT/JFT/PIA9-Zamboanga City)