The Philippine National Police (PNP) recorded zero focus crime in the last five days following the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Bogo City, Cebu, recently.
In a Facebook post on Monday, October 6, the PNP highlighted the “peace amid disaster” as a testament to the discipline and resilience shown by residents in the affected areas.
“Alinsunod sa direktiba ni Pangulo Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. na tiyaking agad na maipagkaloob ang tulong at seguridad sa mga lugar na tinamaan ng kalamidad, agad na kumilos ang Philippine National Police (PNP) upang tumulong sa mga mamamayan ng Hilagang Cebu matapos ang 6.9-magnitude na lindol noong Setyembre 30,” the PNP said.
The police further reported that from October 1 to 5, no focus crimes were recorded in the quake-affected areas — a clear reflection of the Cebuanos’ discipline and the strong police presence in the region.
PNP Acting Chief Police Lieutenant General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. lauded the unwavering dedication of law enforcement and local responders amid consecutive natural disasters.
“Sunod-sunod man ang kalamidad, mula sa bagyong Nando, Opong, at Paolo, hanggang sa malakas na lindol, hindi natinag ang ating kapulisan. Nasira man ang ilang tulay at kalsada, nanatili ang kanilang tapang at malasakit. Dahil dito, mabilis nating naibalik sa normal ang sitwasyon sa Hilagang Cebu,” said Nartatez.
Supporting the statement, PNP Spokesperson Police Brigadier General Randulf T. Tuaño praised the unity and discipline shown by the people of Cebu and the dedication of the police force.
“Sa bawat sakuna, lumalabas ang diwa ng bayanihan. Ipinakita ng mga taga-Cebu ang disiplina at pagkakaisa, at tinugunan ito ng ating mga pulis ng buong puso at malasakit,” Tuaño said.
As of now, assistance continues to pour in from lawmakers, government agencies, and private organizations to address the needs of residents affected by the earthquake.