TACLOBAN CITY – The Police Regional Office 8 (PRO-8) has extended its heartfelt appreciation to former Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief General Nicolas Torre III for his leadership and contributions to peace and security, particularly in Eastern Visayas, where he once served as Samar provincial director.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 27, PRO-8, headed by Regional Director Brigadier General Jason Capoy, lauded Torre’s “exceptional contribution and dedicated service” to the PNP and the nation.
“Thank you, General Torre, for your tireless commitment and invaluable service toward the betterment of our national police and the nation,” the statement read.
The regional office also assured full support for Police Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Corpuz Nartatez Jr., the Acting PNP Chief, committing to implement his directives and programs aimed at strengthening anti-criminality, anti-corruption, and anti-terrorism efforts, while fostering closer community relations.
Torre, who served as Samar police provincial director from 2017 to 2019, returned to the province on June 30 for the inauguration of the new provincial police headquarters in Catbalogan City. He was relieved from his post as PNP Chief on August 26 after serving for less than three months.
(JOEY A. GABIETA)
