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Erap cited for crime busting efforts
MANILA Mayor Joseph “Erap” Estrada was recently recognized by the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) for his initiative and full support given to the Manila Police District (MPD) in his bid to rid criminality in the city.
NCRPO director Police Chief Supt. Joel D. Pagdilao handed the plaque to Estrada “for immensely contributing in the attainment of various police community relations programs and projects within his locality.”
According to Pagdilao, Erap and the MPD headed by Chief Supt. Rolando Nana, were able to implement PCR programs in the city that benefited residents and transients alike.
Fulfilling his campaign promise among Manila police, he restored back the allowance for each police officer assigned to the city after it was withheld for almost two years by his predecessor.
As a result, the MPD significantly decreased to a total of 8,841 crimes committed in Manila in 2014, compared to 11,468 in 2013. The crime solution efficiency also increased from 24.55 percent to 38.05 percent.
He also released P89-million financial assistance for the policemen, while Filipino-Chinese business groups and Pagcor helped provide the MPD with 27 new patrol cars and 110 personal transporters.
He also emphasized the importance of teamwork that has motivated everybody and with the help of Ignacio Gimenez Foundation, had given recognition to some ordinary employees of the city hall.