By the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)
In support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.’s call to adopt a whole-of-society approach in crime prevention, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Friday called on all sectors to strengthen collective efforts in peace and order as the country’s crime rate declined.
At the culmination of the 31st National Crime Prevention Week (NCPW) led by the National Police Commission (Napolcom) in Quezon City, DILG Undersecretary for Public Affairs and Communications Rolando Puno, representing Interior Secretary and Napolcom Chairperson Jonvic Remulla, underscored that peace and order requires the unity of local government units (LGUs), barangays, and the citizenry.
“The partnership of LGUs, enforcers, and citizens is our strongest shield against crime,” he stressed.
Puno highlighted the results of such efforts, citing a 15.77% drop in crime volume from July 2022 to May 2025 compared to the last three years of the previous administration (July 2019 to May 2022), and the 8.38% decrease from January to August of this year versus the same period in 2024. “These are not just numbers; they represent lives protected, families kept safe, and communities given the chance to thrive.”
The DILG official urged local leaders to maintain collaboration with the police and communities, “I call on our local chief executives to continue working hand-in-hand with our police and with the people they serve,” he said, thanking Metro Manila LGUs for their support in crime prevention and peace and order.
Napolcom Vice Chairperson and Executive Officer Atty. Rafael Vicente Calinisan echoed the call, “LGUs serve as the crucial link between national policy and grassroots action.”
The activity is aligned with Presidential Proclamation No. 461. s. 1994, declaring the first week of September of every year as NCPW. Napolcom, together with DILG, the Philippine National Police (PNP), and relevant stakeholders, leads the observance of NCPW nationwide.
Through NCPW, the DILG reaffirms its commitment to protect Filipino families by building a nation with safer streets and stronger communities, where peace and justice are felt in every barangay. (PR)
