The Philippine National Police (PNP) will deploy over 41,000 police officers nationwide as part of its Ligtas Paskuhan Deployment Plan for Simbang Gabi 2024 or Misa de Gallo.
“Ang ating mga police ay nakalatag na sa areas na inaasahan ang dagsa ng tao, sa mga place of worship nationwide,” said PNP spokesperson Brigadier General Jean Fajardo during a Super Radyo dzBB interview.
(Our police officers are strategically deployed in areas where large crowds are expected, especially in places of worship.)
She added that the 41,000 personnel would be assigned to ensure public safety during the nine-day Simbang Gabi, which begins on December 16 and ends on Christmas Eve.
“Bawat municipal station may dedicated [personne], more or less, nasa 41,000 mahigit po ang personnel na ide-deploy po natin para sa Ligtas Paskuhan Deployment Plan,” she added.
(Each municipal police station will have assigned officers under the plan.)
Police assistance desks would also be set up near churches and transportation hubs to assist the public.
Furthermore, the PNP would collaborate with local government units to manage traffic and control crowds.
Fajardo emphasized that the PNP’s efforts aim to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of Simbang Gabi celebrations nationwide. — DVM, GMA Integrated News
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