TACLOBAN CITY – Police Regional Office 8 (PRO 8) Regional Director PB/Gen. Jason Capoy on September 28, 2025, formally welcomed Ormoc City Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez and her delegation during their visit to the Ormoc City Police Office, underscoring the deepening collaboration between the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the local government of Ormoc City.
The meeting highlighted the city’s ongoing initiatives to strengthen law enforcement and community safety programs in coordination with the regional police office.
Ormoc City, considered one of the more progressive urban centers in the region, has been recognized for its relatively low crime rate, attributed to strong partnerships between the local government and law enforcement agencies.
Capoy expressed his appreciation for the support extended by Mayor Torres-Gomez to the PNP, saying such collaboration ensures the effective implementation of anti-criminality measures, disaster preparedness, and community-based policing. He stressed that strong local government backing is key to the success of regional peace and order campaigns.
Mayor Torres-Gomez, for her part, reiterated her administration’s commitment to maintain Ormoc City’s gains in public safety and development.
She noted that local government support for law enforcement goes beyond funding, covering policy alignment, social services for vulnerable groups, and community participation in security initiatives.
The visit also served as a venue to reaffirm shared goals between PRO 8 and the city government of Ormoc, including strengthening police visibility, fostering trust between citizens and authorities, and ensuring a safe environment conducive to sustained economic growth.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
