Personnel conduct strict enforcement of local ordinances, apprehending violators during visibility operations from 6 to 9 April.  Photo courtesy of RPIO3
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PRO3 nabs 3,265 violators in Central Luzon crackdown

Franco Regala

CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) has intensified its visibility operations under the Safer Cities Program, resulting in the apprehension of 3,265 violators from 6 to 9 April.

Data showed that 1,345 individuals violated curfew hours, 1,034 were caught drinking in public, 823 were cited for indecent exposure, and 63 for noise violations.

Of the total, 2,993 violators were issued warnings, while 272 paid fines amounting to P125,300. Another 253 were issued citation tickets.

PRO3 Director PBGen. Jess B. Mendez said the operations reflect the command’s commitment to responsive and community-centered policing.

“Pulis Central Luzon ensures fast, honest, and effective service that the public truly feels. This is the standard we uphold in every operation we conduct,” Mendez said.

He assured the public of sustained police presence to maintain peace and order and ensure safer communities across the region.