Top of List is Law and Order

The National Capital Region is the seat of government and the country's financial and business hub. Thus, it should be a model of efficient law enforcement, so that the safety and security of the citizenry can be assured at all times.

We are glad to note that authorities are making headway in curbing criminality in Metro Manila with the recent arrest of more than 400 suspected criminals.

The National Capital Region Police Office launched “One Time, Big Time” (OTBT) operations against syndicated crimes, loose firearms and illegal drugs last week. This resulted in the arrest of 465 persons and confiscation of illegal drugs  and assorted drug paraphernalia.

The police also confiscated 16 different calibers of firearms and 90 motorcycles during the operations, along with five video karera machines, two handheld radios, and one CCTV camera.

The OTBT is part of the PNP's Oplan: Lambat-Sibat drive where all-out police operations are simultaneously conducted against illegal drugs personalities, most wanted persons, loose firearms and all other forms of crime.

Police operations against criminals, to be successful, must involve community support. Local government units and the public should be pro-active in reporting crime to authorities so that immediate action can be taken.

The intensified drive against crime is timely as we are now approaching the Yuletide season. With criminals lurking in the streets, we must exercise utmost vigilance and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police precinct or barangay hall for immediate action. A vigilant citizenry is the best antidote against crime. 

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