BUTUAN CITY – Police Col. Richie M. Yatar on Friday assumed the post as the new Butuan City Police Office (BCPO) chief.
Yatar replaced Police Col. Restituto P. Lacano Jr.
Police Regional Office-13 Director Police Brig. Gen. Marcial Mariano P. Magistrado IV led the turnover of command ceremony at the BCPO headquarters.
Lacano thanked the PRO-13 and the city government for their support during his tenure.
“This occasion is not merely ceremonial, it symbolizes continuity of leadership, stability of command, and the unwavering commitment of the Philippine National Police to ensure that the safety and security of the people remain protected despite transitions in leadership,” Magistrado said.
“I remain fully confident that BCPO will continue moving forward with strength, professionalism, operational excellence, and integrity under its new leadership,” he said. “May this occasion open new opportunities for all of us to further strengthen our resolve to serve and protect the people with integrity, accountability, and excellence.”