Election Security Gear-Up in Central Visayas
Police in Central Visayas confirm preparedness for upcoming May elections
With the National and Local Elections just around the corner, the police force in Central Visayas, home to regions like Cebu, Bohol, Negros Oriental, and Siquijor, has pulled out all the stops to ensure voter safety and election integrity.
Security Central: Central Visayas' Readiness
- Full steam ahead: With the Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief's directive echoed by Police Regional Office 7 (PRO 7), the region is 100% on track for the polls, ready to deliver a secure election process nationwide.
- Securing the frontlines: From individual polling stations to crucial transportation hubs, all necessary security measures are in place thanks to PRO 7's meticulous planning, including security plans, coordination protocols, deployment schedules, and contingency measures.
- Working together for a common goal: PRO 7 maintains regular communication with the Commission on Elections (Comelec) and other government agencies to guarantee that the elections run smoothly and securely throughout the region during the entire election period.
Guardians of the Vote
- Police on patrol: To tighten election security, PRO 7 will deploy numerous police personnel to polling centers, critical transportation locations, and areas of concern identified during reconnaissance.
- Voter assistance: Mobile assistance desks will be situated at each school within the region to provide assistance to voters who may encounter problems or need help during the elections.
- Media monitoring: The Media Action Center in PRO 7 is primed to verify and broadcast updates, working tirelessly to ensure transparency, combat disinformation, and respond promptly to information requests from media and the public.
Preparing for the Unexpected
With the police force in Central Visayas on high alert, all personnel are barred from taking leaves or being away from their posts until the elections culminate on May 12. The region is ready to respond swiftly and effectively to any potential election-related threats and safeguard voter protection while maintaining the election's credibility.
[1] Reference: NICA's Level 3 Security Measures for Central Visayas Election Day[2] Source: PNP Chief's Assurance of Voter Safety for Central Visayas[3] Data: PRO 7's Deployment of Personnel for Election-day Security[4] Information: OCD Central Visayas' Alert Level Elevation for Election Period[5] Details: Comelec's Securing of Election Equipment in Central Visayas
- In response to the Philippine National Elections, the police force in Central Visayas has implemented a rigorous set of policy-and-legislation measures, reinforced by the directive from the PNP Chief.
- As part of the security protocols, the police will deploy numerous personnel to polling centers, strategic transportation locations, and areas of concern, as outlined in PRO 7's deployment schedules.
- To maintain election integrity and voter safety, the police are working closely with the Commission on Elections (Comelec) and other government agencies, adhering to the established coordination protocols.
- In the event of any potential election-related threats or issues, the police in Central Visayas are prepared to respond swiftly and effectively, ensuring the safety of voters and the credibility of the elections.
- With the elections drawing near, all policemen in Central Visayas are complying with the absence policy, staying on duty until the elections conclude on May 12 to secure both the voting process and the general news reporting during this critical period.
