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QCPD achieves nearly 20% drop in major crimes under new director

Published Nov 4, 2024 09:48 am

The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) announced that a 19.48 % decrease in eight major crime categories since October 1, 2024.

This is occured after District Director Police Colonel Melecio Buslig Jr. assumed office in October.

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According to Buslig’s 30-day accomplishment report, the QCPD carried out 175 targeted anti-drug operations, which led to the arrest of 280 individuals, 110 classified as drug users and 170 as pushers.

The operations also yielded substantial drug confiscations valued at Php 6.66 million, which included 956.73 grams of shabu, 943.56 grams of marijuana, and 29.25 grams of marijuana kush.

“Our commitment to combat illegal drug activities remains unwavering as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our communities,” Buslig said.

Meanwhile, authorities conducted a total of 151 operations on illegal gambling and the seized Php 163,896 in gambling money.

In a series of manhunt operations, the QCPD apprehended 297 wanted persons, including 130 top-priority suspects.

Among the key arrests was Santiago Abengaña, a known member of the Balderama Theft and Robbery Group, who was taken into custody on October 24 during a buy-bust operation by the Novaliches Police Station and now faces charges under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act.

On October 28, Michael Caballero, the district’s topmost-wanted person, was captured. Caballero is accused of the killing of a security guard at Ford Balintawak last December 2023. No bail has been recommended for him due to the severity of his charges. Another significant capture was that of Allan Baisa Bagatua, a Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Most Wanted Person. Arrested in Bulacan, Bagatua is facing murder charges, also with no bail recommended.

The QCPD also conducted 28 operations against illegal firearms, resulting in the arrest of 29 individuals and the confiscation of 29 firearms, further strengthening public safety measures in Quezon City.
 

The operations of QCPD led to a decrease in major crimes from September to October, with recorded cases dropping from 154 to 124 while Crime Clearance Efficiency reached 97.58%, with 121 of the 124 reported incidents successfully resolved.

Buslig expressed his gratitude to the city government and QCPD personnel.

“We are deeply grateful for the continued backing of Mayor Belmonte and the people of Quezon City. Their support is crucial to our success in keeping the city safe,” Buslig said.

“The accomplishments of the past 30 days are a testament to the hard work and dedication of every officer and staff member in QCPD. I am proud to lead such a committed team,” he added. 

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