Army, police in Neg Occ jointly initiate measures vs. possible atrocities

From the Philippine News Agency (Aug 9): Army, police in Neg Occ jointly initiate measures vs. possible atrocities

The Philippine Army and Philippine National Police in Negros Occidental discussed precautionary measures against possible atrocities by rebel groups following bombings in Mindanao.

During a conference Thursday, security efforts were outlined by the Joint Peace and Security Coordinating Center composed of the 303rd Infantry Brigade headed by Col. Jon Aying and the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office led by Sr. Supt. Milko Lirazan.

The Army said although there is no confirmed report of any bombing plan in the province, the JPSCC was convened to prepare for any eventuality.

Combined teams of the Army and the police have increased their level of visibility operations in Negros Occidental to protect vital installations.

The military is also urging community participation by calling the following hotline numbers of both the 303rd IB and the NOPPO in case of untoward incidents – Globe: (0916) 6617110 and Smart: (0998)2513936.

Lirazan, acting provincial police director, said the police in Negros Occidental is strengthening its intelligence monitoring against the possible penetration of the terror groups.

He also urged Negrenses to be vigilant against the presence of suspicious-looking people who may cause violent activities.

In Bacolod, Sr. Supt. Edgardo Ordaniel, city police officer-in-charge, said he has issued orders to all the 10 station chiefs here to maintain police visibility in public places such as transport terminals and commercial establishments.

Most of the policemen will be assigned in the field, he said.

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