TACLOBAN CITY — In a move to reinforce grassroots security and deter criminal activities, the Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) has redeployed 146 police personnel under its “Pulis sa Barangay” program to key areas in Leyte province.
The deployment, carried out on February 13, 2026, covers the 3rd and 4th districts of Leyte, areas that have historically faced peace and order challenges, including sporadic incidents of politically motivated violence in past years.
Under the directive of PRO-8 Regional Director Jayson Capoy, 112 personnel were assigned to the 3rd district, covering the municipalities of Leyte, Villaba, Kananga, Palompon, and Tabango. Meanwhile, 34 officers were stationed in the 4th district to serve as a quick response team (QRT) and manage border control operations in Barangays Balogo, Tinag-an, and Binolho in Albuera town.
The “Pulis sa Barangay” program is a community-based policing strategy that seeks to bring police services closer to residents, ensure faster response to incidents, and strengthen coordination with barangay officials in maintaining peace and order.
Capoy said the redeployment forms part of PRO-8’s sustained efforts to heighten police visibility and intensify anti-criminality operations at the community level.
“This redeployment reflects our continuing commitment to strengthen community policing and ensure that every barangay in Eastern Visayas feels the presence of the PNP. Through enhanced visibility and closer coordination with local officials, we aim to maintain peace, order, and public safety at all times,” he said.
PRO-8 reiterated its commitment to delivering responsive and community-centered police service across Eastern Visayas, especially in areas identified as security priorities.
(LIZBETH ANN A.ABELLA)
