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GMA Network
4 days ago
- GMA Network
Over 21K cops deployed to tighten security in Metro Manila — NCRPO
More than 21,000 cops were deployed to Metro Manila in a bid to boost police visibility in the capital region, especially in crowded areas. On Tuesday, National Capital Region Police Office Police spokesperson Major Hazel Asilo said that 21,213 police personnel were deployed to populous places such as transportation terminals, malls, among others. 'Ito po yung mga areas na mas kailangan natin na magkaroon ng visibility, makita yung presence ng kapulisan, para po magkaroon sila ng mabilis na access po doon sa kanilang assistance na pwedeng ibigay kung kinakailangan po nila,' Asilo said at the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing. (These are the areas where we need more visibility, to see the presence of the police, so that the public can have quick access for assistance if they need it.) The deployed policemen were divided into various assignments, some are assigned checkpoints, others are in beat patrols, and the rest can be found in outposts. 'Kasama din sa 21,000 is yung ating mga nagma-man ng checkpoints, yung nasa border control points. Sa beat patrols, yung nagbabantay sa ating mga terminal, MRT, LRT, at yung nasa mga fixed post po o yung mga makikita natin sa outposts po, sila yung mga kaagaran na pwede niyong lapitan kung kailangan niyo ng police assistance,' said Asilo. (Also included in the 21,000 are those who man checkpoints, those at border control points. In beat patrols, they guard our terminals, MRT, LRT; and those at fixed posts or those we see at outposts, they are the ones you can immediately approach if you need police assistance.) The NCRPO added that there are also cops assigned for administrative duties in the headquarters. The NCRPO earlier reported that the index crime went down by 23.13% in Metro Manila in the past six months compared to the same period last year. 'From November 23, 2024 to May 23, 2025, the NCRPO recorded a staggering 23.13% drop in the total number of Focus Crimes compared to the same period the previous year,' the NCRPO said. 'This translates to 779 fewer incidents of murder, homicide, physical injuries, rape, robbery, theft, and carnapping,' it added. Further, the Metro Manila police said the strengthened police visibility is here to stay. 'Wala po itong duration, nagsimula ito kahapon, at tuloy-tuloy na po yung ating gagawing police visibility,' said Asilo, noting that the cops will be on the ground starting 4 a.m. (This has no duration, it started yesterday, and our police visibility will continue.) — RSJ, GMA Integrated News
Times of Oman
03-05-2025
- Times of Oman
India: 6 killed, 50 injured in Goa's Shirgaon stampede, CM Pramod Sawant visits Goa Medical College
Bicholim (Goa): Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant visited the Goa Medical College (GMC), where some injured persons in the Shirgaon stampede are being treated. The incident occurred during the annual Lairai Devi jatra at the Shirgaon temple, resulting in 6 deaths and over 50 injuries. Pramod Sawant mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had called to inquire about the situation and assured central assistance. Speaking about the incident, Pramod Sawant said, "Six people died in the stampede, and over 50 people have been injured. After getting the information, I went to the spot. The injured are being treated in the than 50,000 people participate in the Jatra every year. This is an unfortunate incident. PM Modi called me and enquired about the incident. He also assured to provide assistance from the Centre." Sawant also informed that an investigation into the incident is underway, led by the SP North and the Collector. The state government has cancelled all official programs for the next three days. "We are taking care of the treatment of the North and the Collector are conducting an investigation of the are cancelling all Govt programs for the next 3 days in the state...," the Chief Minister said. Also, Goa's Health Minister, Vishwajit Rane said that the health department has taken measures to ensure proper care and monitoring of the patients, including setting up a dedicated ICU and appointing nodal officers to oversee the situation. Taking to social media, X, Vishwajit Rane wrote, 'In view of the unfortunate stampede at the Lairai Zatra, we have taken immediate and comprehensive steps to manage the situation. We have coordinated with 108, ensuring that five ambulances were dispatched to the site, with three stationed at Asilo and an additional three kept on standby until the situation stabilises.' "A total of 30 casualties have been reported. Of these, 8 critical patients, including 2 intubated cases, have been referred to GMC for super-speciality care; 4 (2 male, 2 female) were brought in dead; 8 are admitted at Asilo; 10 are receiving treatment for minor injuries; and two have been discharged. 10 patients are currently serious and under observation in the casualty at GMC. Additional doctors have been roped in, and a dedicated ICU with ventilators has been set up to provide consolidated care. All necessary arrangements have been made, and we are closely monitoring the condition of each patient. GMC and Health services, including 108 has also been instructed to remain on high alert. MS from GMC and Asilo, have been appointed as nodal officers to monitor the situation closely. We will keep you regularly updated," the post further reads.
