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==New DENR-9 regional office building inaugurated==
*Source: http://news.pia.gov.ph/article/view/1431429503552/new-denr-9-regional-office-building-inaugurated
*Monday, April 20, 2015
:By Franklin P. Gumapon
PAGADIAN CITY, April 20 (PIA) – As the regional center for region 9 has been transferred from Zamboanga City to Pagadian City, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)-9 has inaugurated on Friday, April 17, its new regional office building erected at the President Corazon C. Aquino Regional Government Center in Barangay Balintawak this city.
Addressing the audience comprising some city government officials, provincial officials, Congressman Victor Yu, Philippine Information Agency (PIA)-9 staff, DENR-9 regional office staff as well as personnel from the different Provincial Environment and Natural Resources (PENROs) and Community Environment and Natural Resources Offices (CENROs) throughout the region, Undersecretary Demetrio L. Ignacio Jr. said the construction of the new regional office building here in the city is a proof of “DENR-9’s commitment to support the transfer of the regional center to Pagadian City” as mandated under Executive Order No. 429 issued by former President Corazon C. Aquino.
Undersecretary Ignacio was sent to deliver the speech of Secretary Ramon JP. Paje, who was in South Korea attending the World Water Summit.
“It is almost 40 years since DENR-9 constructed a regional office building. To have an office that gives us the dignity we deserve, the new regional office now stands on a 1.4-hectare lot donated by the city government of Pagadian within the newly created President Corazon C. Aquino Regional Government Center,” Secretary Paje said in his message as read by Ignacio.
Paje also reminded the DENR personnel that their agency “is primarily tasked to manage, conserve, protect and sustain the environment and natural resources, serving as the forefront in implementing programs and projects that can directly reduce poverty, strengthen food security, mitigate impact of climate change, protect biodiversity, geo-hazard mapping, pollution control, stimulate economic growth and establish political stability.”
On the other hand, Congressman Victor Yu of Zamboanga del Sur’s first district has commended the DENR for immediately complying with the order to transfer its regional office to Pagadian City. In fact, he said, DENR-9 was the first agency to construct its regional office at the regional government center.
Other agencies which have started constructing their regional offices there are the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), National Irrigation Administration (NIA), Bureau of the Treasury, National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) and the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS).
Some agencies are still renting while a few have already constructed their regional offices in their own lots here in the city.
==Man Wanted for Rape in Tungawan, Caught in ZC; 7 Others Arrested==
*Source: http://pro9.pnp.gov.ph/index.php/public-relations/news-release/1198-man-wanted-for-rape-in-tungawan-caught-in-zc-7-others-arrested
*Sunday, April 19, 2015
:By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Radzben S. Jul (RPIO9)
Zamboanga City – A man facing a rape charge was arrested by elements of Tungawan MPS and Sta. Maria Police Station during a police operation in Armor Village, San Jose Gusu at about 10:00 AM of April 14, 2015. Police Senior Inspector Chamer Lacay, Tungawan Police Chief, said that suspect Ramil Calistro y Datuan, 27, temporarily residing at said place, and native of Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay, was arrested by virtue of warrant of arrest filed under Criminal Case # i-5760 issued by Presiding Judge Anthony D Isaw, RTC Branch 24, Ipil. Suspect is now under the custody of Tungawan MPS for proper disposition.
Zamboanga City – Detection Management Unit of Zamboanga Police Station 11 conducted an operation in Barangay Cabaluay at about 10:00 AM of April 14, 2015. This led to the arrest of Vicente Luna y Marcos, of legal age, residing at said barangay. Suspect was arrested by virtue of warrant of arrest for violation of Section 5 (i), R.A 9262 with recommended bail bond of Php 24,000.00, issued by Judge Peter V. Eisma, RTC Branch 15. The suspect was temporarily freed after he posted the required bail bond.
Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte - Operatives of Siocon MPS, led by Police Inspector Joie L. Alcasarin, conducted a police operation in Barangay Latabon at about 8:00 AM of April 14, 2015. This led to the arrest of the number 5 Most Wanted Person (Municipal Level) of Siocon. He was identified as Abdu Salicala y Taupan, 52, fisherman, resident of said place. He was arrested by virtue of warrant for murder docketed under Criminal Case Number 689, without bail bond, issued by Presiding Judge Reuben L. Maraon of Branch 27, Regional Trial Court 9, Siocon, Zamboanga Del Norte dated November 8, 2005. Arrested person is now detained at Siocon MPS detention cell for proper disposition.
Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte - Operatives of Siocon MPS arrested two senior citizen farmers in Barangay Pangian at about 9:30 AM on April 14, 2015. The arrested couple was identified as Florentino Entero y Prato, 87, and Florencia Del Rosario y Entero, 56, both residents of said place. This is by virtue of warrant of arrest for Qualified Theft of Coconuts docketed under Criminal Case Number 2015-01-13 (1174) dated February 17, 2015 with bail bond of ₱40,000.00 each, issued by Presiding Judge Laarni N. Dajao of RTC 9, Branch 27, Siocon, ZDN. Arrested persons are now under the custody of said police station.
Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte - A female was placed under arrest by elements of Katipunan MPS during a manhunt operation in Barangay Tuburan at about 3:30 PM of April 14, 2015. Suspect Gemma Solis, 55, resident of Barangay Tuburan, was arrested by virtue of warrant for grave oral defamation docketed in Criminal Case Number 010-15 with recommended bail bond amounting to ₱4,000.00 bail bond, Presiding Judge Alnaiza T. Hassiman, 5th MCTC of Katipunan-Sergio Osmena, Sr., 9th Judicial Region. Solis is now detained at Katipunan MPS for proper disposition.
Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte - The no. 8 Most Wanted Person of Katipunan MPS was arrested during a police operation in Barangay Balok at about 4:30 PM on April 14, 2015. Suspect identified as Zosimo A. Andig, 44, resident of Barangay Balok, was arrested by virtue of warrant for Violation of section 5(a) of RA 9262 docketed under Criminal Case Number 19391 with bail bond set at ₱60,000.00 issued by Presiding Judge Rogelio D Laquihon of Regional Trial Court, 9th Judicial Region, Branch 7, Dipolog City. Suspect is now detained at Katipunan MPS for proper disposition.
Polanco, Zamboanga Del Norte - A RA 7610 violator was arrested during a police operation carried out by operatives of Polanco MPS in Barangay Villahermosa at about 5:45 AM of April 14, 2015. Suspect identified as Felix Paredes y Galabin, 38, resident of Sitio Linabo, Barangay Isis, was nabbed by virtue of warrant for Violation of Sec 10A of RA 7610 docketed under Criminal Case Number 19536 with bail bond amounting to ₱80,000.00 issued by Presiding Judge Rogelio D. Laquihon of RTC9, Branch 7, Dipolog City, dated March 30, 2015. Said accused is temporarily detained at Polanco MPS for proper disposition.
Tabina, Zamboanga del Sur - A jobless man was arrested for the crime of less serious physical injury in Barangay Baya-Baya at about 2:45 PM of April 14, 2015. Suspect identified as Arnel B. Gapol, 30, resident of said place was arrested by virtue of warrant docketed under Criminal Case Number 14-2196-t dated February 18, 2015, issued by Presiding Judge Maria Teresa R. Pangilinan. Suspect is temporarily detained at Tabina MPS while awaiting court disposition.
==Fallen Dinas Cop Awarded with Heroism Medal==
*Source: http://pro9.pnp.gov.ph/index.php/public-relations/news-release/1199-fallen-dinas-cop-awarded-with-heroism-medal
*Saturday, April 18, 2015
:By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin
Police Regional Office 9 has awarded the PNP Posthumous Heroism Medal, the equivalent of the Medalya ng Kadakilaan to the late PO2 Rolando Landiao Dumasig, formerly assigned at Dinas Municipal Police Station, Zamboanga del Sur Police Provincial Office and a Plaque of Appreciation.
The awarding ceremony was held at the Police Regional Office 9 Quadrangle during the Monday Flag Raising Ceremony, April 13, 2015. Both awards were presented by Police Chief Superintendent Edgar Orduna Basbas, Acting Regional Director of Police Regional Office 9 and assisted by Police Chief Superintendent Ramon Martinez Ochotorena, Deputy Regional Director for Administration.  Both were emotionally received by the widow of the late PO2 Rolando Dumasig, Mrs. Gwendulyn Dumasig. 
The PNP Posthumous Heroism Medal is the highest award to be given to the fallen members of the Philippine National Police who met their untimely death while enforcing the law.
PO2 Rolando Dumasig has demonstrated the kind of dedication and commitment to public service. He ignored the danger, wherein, his life was at risked when he and his co-policemen served the warrant of arrest against Saudi Nanding, number 8 Most Wanted Person in Dinas, Zamboanga del Sur.  Thereby, a shoot-out between the PNP and the Ambal Criminal Group on March 27, 2015 at Barangay Beuatan, Dinas, Zamboanga del Sur was ensued, which resulted to his untimely death. Through his sacrifice, late PO2 Dumasig ended his life, thus, he is worthy to receive such award.
In recognizing the gallant act being displayed by the late PO2 Rolando Landiao Dumasig and risking his life in performing his mandated duties and responsibilities, the Police Regional Office 9 has also awarded the Plaque of Recognition to the late subject Police Non-Commissioned Officer.
On the other hand, the Public Safety Mutual Benefit Fund Incorporated has extended Financial Assistance to the bereaved family of the late PO2 Rolando Dumasig. The Regional Manager has awarded the check with unspecified amount to the widow of the late PNCO during the said occasion.
Indeed, the Police Regional Office 9 was in deep sorrow over the loss of the PO2 Rolando Dumasig, with whom the Command considered him as a dedicated and courageous member of the police force. Obviously, he ignored the danger in dealing with the members of the syndicated crime group whom he and his group have encountered in the name of the police service and for the sake of the Filipino people.  The death of the late subject Police Non-Commissioned Officer will serve as the Best Role Model to his comrades in arms.
==Rape Suspect in Kabasalan, 4 Other Wanted Persons Arrested==
*Source: http://www.manilatimes.net/tvird-moves-listing-to-2016/176437/
*Friday, April 17, 2015
:By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Jonas D Macasa Jr. (RPIO9)
Kabasalan, Zamboanga Sibugay - Operatives of Kabasalan Police Station led by Police Senior Inspector Jerwin Cagurin, Chief of Police, conducted a manhunt operation at 3:10 in the afternoon of April 12, 2015. The manhunt operation resulted in the arrest of Danilo E. Cuba, 30, resident of Barangay Sanghanan, by virtue of arrest warrant for Rape by Sexual Assault, filed under Criminal Case No. I-5730, issued by Judge Anthony D. Isaw. Subject was brought to Kabasalan Police Station for proper disposition.
Molave, Zamboanga del Sur - Operatives of Molave Police Station conducted a manhunt operation at Roxas Street, Barangay Maloloy-On at 1:00 in the afternoon of April 12, 2015. The operation resulted in the arrest of two wanted persons namely Wendel Tampipi y Viovicente and Daisy Jane Vale, by virtue of arrest warrant for Robbery docketed under Criminal Case Number CBU-106553 with bail bond set at Php 40,000.00 each, issued by Judge Silva Aguirre Paderanga of Regional Trial Court, Branch 16, 7th Judicial Region, Cebu City. Accused are now temporarily detained at Molave MPS while waiting for the commitment order from court.
Aurora, Zamboanga Del Sur - Elements of Aurora Police Station conducted an operation in Sitio Bagakay, Barangay Lintugop, at 11:30 in the morning of April 12, 2015. The operation resulted in the arrest of Danilo Rosauro y Saladaga, 47, laborer and resident of Purok Sto Niño, Barangay Tagolalo, This is by virtue of arrest warrant for Rape by Sexual Assault docketed under CC No. 14-10, 1122, and Sexual Abuse docketed under CC No. 14-10, 1123 with bail bond fixed at ₱120,000.00 and ₱180,000.00 respectively, issued by Presiding Judge Jaime B. Caberte of RTC Branch 30, Aurora, Zamboanga Del Sur. Accused is temporarily detained at Aurora Police Station while waiting for commitment order from the court.
Pagadian City - Joint PNP elements of CIDT-ZSPPO together with PIDMB, PAIDSOTF and Pagadian City Police Station conducted a manhunt operation along Aquino Street, Barangay Gatas at 8:30 in the morning of  April 12, 2015. The operation resulted in the arrest of Ariel Lemosnero a.k.a. “Ayang”, resident of Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. Lemosnero was arrested by virtue of warrant for Frustrated Homicide docketed under Criminal Case Number I-5438, issued by Presiding Judge Anthony T. Isaw, RTC, 9th Judicial Region, Branch 24,  Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay dated September 14, 2014. Subject person is temporarily detained at Pagadian City Police Station while his vehicle, a black Mitsubishi Strada with plate number UQJ 481 was brought to Pagadian City Police Station for proper disposition.
==21 Fishing Boats Impounded in Pagadian==
*Source: http://pro9.pnp.gov.ph/index.php/public-relations/news-release/1189-21-fishing-boats-impounded-in-pagadian
*Thursday, April 16, 2015
:By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Radzben S. Jul (RPIO9)
Pagadian City - Pagadian City Police Station and the 903rd Maritime Police conducted seaborne patrol at Illana Bay of this city at about 5:30 AM of April 11, 2015.
This is for the implementation of Executive Order 305 - “devolving to municipal and city governments the registration of fishing vessels three tonnage and below and for violation of all forms of illegal fishing accomplishment report on the conduct of seaborne patrol”. This resulted in the apprehension of twenty-one motorized fishing boats. All seized motorized fishing boats are now in the custody of 903rd Maritime Police.
==Charges filed against kidnappers in Zambo Sur; P60-M ransom demanded==
*Source: http://www.mindanews.com/top-stories/2015/04/15/charges-filed-against-kidnappers-in-zambo-sur-p60-m-ransom-demanded/
*Wednesday, April 15, 2015  4:00 pm
:(MindaNews)
ZAMBOANGA CITY (MindaNews/15 April) — Police have filed criminal charges against five of the 10 suspected kidnappers who seized two children and a bakery worker last March 31 in Pitogo, Zamboanga del Sur.
One of the two children, Zynielle Jay Garban, 2, was found dead three days after the suspects seized them. Fishermen fished out her body at sea near Pitogo town.
Senior Supt. Sofronio Ecaldre, Zamboanga del Sur police director, said the criminal charges were filed against the suspects on Monday before the provincial prosecutor’s office.
Ecaldre named the respondents as the following: Mahbad Hassan and Alkim Hassan, both of Barangay Poblacion, Pitogo; Jalid Malali; Usman Jelanie; and, Usman Hassan all of Barangay Kalintana, Naga, Zamboanga Sibugay.
Ecaldre said Mahbad and Alkim were arrested a day after the incident but the arrest was not announced as investigation was ongoing.
He said investigation showed the suspects stayed at the residence of Mahbad and pretended to be fresh fish traders while monitoring the movement of their target, Chzarenia Kapa Sajulga, a businesswoman.
He said Usman was identified through a closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera footage of CJ Bakeshop owned by Sajulga.
The suspects seized Zynielle Jay, her elder brother, Ace Jay Garban, 3, and Ledegie Tomarong, 17, after they failed to get Sajulga.
Zynielle Jay and Ace Jay are the grandchildren of Pitogo Mayor Richard Garban.
Sajulga ran inside her house and locked herself in a room when the suspects entered her bakery.
They grabbed the two children and Tomarong, who were at the fish port, and escaped by using them as human shields during a shootout with pursuing policemen.
Mayor Garban announced that the kidnappers have demanded P60 million for the release of his grandchild and Tomarong.
He appealed to the kidnappers to free the hostages on humanitarian grounds since their families are not capable of paying the ransom.
Meanwhile, Ecaldre said policemen and soldiers were still tracking down the whereabouts of the victims.
==1CAV’s free medical, dental services benefit over 400 residents of Labangan town==
*Source: http://news.pia.gov.ph/article/view/1371428978899/1cav-s-free-medical-dental-services-benefit-over-400-residents-of-labangan-town
*Tuesday, April 14, 2015
:By Gideon C. Corgue (FPG/GCC/PIA9-Pagadian City)
LABANGAN, April 14 (PIA) – Over 400 residents of Barangay San Isidro here have benefited from the free Medical and Dental Civic Action Program (MEDCAP) conducted on Friday, April 10, by the 1st Field Artillery Battalion (1st FAB), Army Artillery Regiment in partnership with the 1st Cavalry (Tagapungana) Squadron (1CAV) of the Philippine Army’s Mechanized Infantry Division.
In his message, Lt. Col. Sonny Sales, commanding officer of the 1st FAB, said the objective of MEDCAP was to bring immediate medical health services to the people especially those living in the remote areas where access to government services is difficult like Barangay San Isidro, which is also “one of our adopted barangays.”
Meanwhile, 1CAV commanding officer Lt. Col. Charlemagne Batayola Jr., said the project was conceptualized by the army leadership in partnership with the local government unit because out of the government’s genuine concern to help alleviate the living condition of the people in far-flung areas.
“Kini ang among pangandoy ug sa gamay nga pamaagi makahatag kaninyo sa gamay nga kalipay ug paglaum dinhi sa San Isidro,” Batayola explained.
(This is our dream that in our own little way we can bring joy and hope here in San Isidro.)
For his part, Punong Barangay Gavino Lacsado expressed his sincere gratitude to the Philippine Army that for second time, it held such an activity in his barangay.
Danilo Tingtingan was also thankful to the MEDCAP, as his sons, Johny, 11, and Danilo, 7, had availed themselves of free circumcision.
“Nagpasalamat ko sa Philippine Army tungod kay dili nako mogasto ug kwarta ug kahago  magpatuli sa akong duha ka anak nga lalaki sa health center nga anaa sa lungsod. Layo kining among gipuy-an sa lungsod. Mopasahe pa ko P30 matag-usa aron mahatud sila sa health center,” Tingtingan explained.
(I am thankful to the Philippine Army because I will no longer spend money and time to have my two sons circumcised at the municipal health center located at the town proper. Our house is far from the health center and I have to spend P30 each for fare just to bring them there.)
A total of 412 residents have availed of the said project broken down as follows: 115 for free medical checkup, 90 for dental services/tooth extraction, 85 young boys for circumcision, 100 were given vaccination, and 182 were provided of free medicines.
The medical and dental teams from 1st Infantry (Tabak) division and the Rural Health Unit have jointly conducted the said activity.
==Barangay official survives gun slay try in Zambo Sur==
*Source: http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?nid=2&rid=752411
*Monday, April 13, 2015 12:00 am
: (PNA), FFC/TPGJR
ZAMBOANGA CITY, April 13 (PNA) –- The police are conducting a thorough investigation aimed to unmask the two gunmen behind the attempt to kill over the weekend a government official in Zamboanga del Sur, an official said Monday.
Insp. Dahlan Samuddin, Police Regional Office-9 information officer, said Rafael Tesoro, barangay councilman of Bualan, Kumalarang was shot and wounded around 6 p.m. Saturday.
Samuddin said Tesoro was driving motorcycle when two unidentified gunmen shot him at Sitio Tubac, Barangay Bualan, Kumalarang, Zamboanga del Sur.
Samuddin said Tesoro was admitted at the Buug Medical Hospital.
He said the case investigator are looking into all possible motives.
==Ex-Zambo Sur exec gets 10 years for graft==
*Source: http://www.philstar.com/nation/2015/04/12/1442737/ex-zambo-sur-exec-gets-10-years-graft
*Sunday, April 12, 2015 12:00 am
:'By Rhodina Villanueva (The Philippine Star)
MANILA, Philippines - A former vice governor of Zamboanga del Sur has been sentenced to six-to-10 years in prison for allegedly misusing P3.7 million in government funds intended for financial assistance to farmers.
In a ruling handed down over the weekend, the Sandiganbayan said Tirsendo Poloyapoy could have used the money for his election campaign.
The anti-graft court found Poloyapoy guilty of violating Republic Act 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act.
Aside from him, the court convicted Mario Octavio Arsenal, president of the Soya Farmers Multi-Purpose Cooperative (SFMPC).
The two were sentenced to serve six to 10 years in prison and ordered to indemnify the government P3.7 million. They were disqualified from holding public office.
The Sandiganbayan said the former vice governor entered into a deal with the SFMPC despite knowing that the cooperative lacked government accreditation and qualifications to implement the project.
It said the deal was notarized on Feb. 26, 2001, but the accused signed the agreement on March 6 of the same year.
The anti-graft court said the funds might have been used for campaign purposes, noting that a local election was held at that time.
Three other accused – former accountant Ma. Eden Saldariega and municipal employees Roderick Pascual and Osmundo Lumapas – have yet to be arrested.
==Estafa, Acts of Lasciviousness Suspects Collared==
*Source: http://pro9.pnp.gov.ph/index.php/public-relations/news-release/1161-estafa-acts-of-lasciviousness-suspects-collared
*Saturday, April 11, 2015
:By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Jonas D Macasa Jr. (RPIO9)
Labason, Zamboanga Del Norte - Elements of Labason Police Station and five personnel of Titay Police Station led by Police Senior Inspector Rico Pondol, Chief of Police Police, conducted a manhunt operation at Talania Beach Resort, Barangay Malintubuan at 12:15 in the afternoon of April 05, 2015.
This resulted in the arrest of Edie Alegre “a.k.a.” Langging, by virtue of warrant of arrest, docketed under Criminal Case No. i-5448 dated March 18, 2014 for Estafa thru false pretenses, with recommended bail bond amounting to Php 40,000.00 pesos issued by Presiding Judge Anthony D.T. Isaw, Regional Trial Court, 9th Judicial Region, Branch 24, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. Subject arrested person is now under the custody of Titay Police Station for proper disposition.
Zamboanga del Sur - Elements of Dumalinao Sergio Osmeña Police Stations conducted a manhunt operation in Barangay Paglaum, Dumalinao, Zamboanga Del Sur at around 10:40 AM of April 5, 2015. This resulted in the arrest of Reneboy Oberes y Pagatpat a.k.a. ‘Eboy’, 20, resident of Purok Lumboy, Pinig-Libano, Dumalinao by virtue of warrant docketed under CC No. 18667 for the crime of Acts Of Lasciviousness in relation to R.A. 7610 with bail bond fixed at Php 180,000.00, issued by Presiding Judge Rogelio D Laquihan of RTC Branch 7, Dipolog City. Oberes is listed as no. 7 in the most wanted list of Sergio Osmeña MPS. The accused was brought to Dumalinao Police Station for booking and subsequently turned-over to Sergio Osmeña PNP for his temporary confinement while waiting for court disposition.
==Region 9 joins PRISAA 2015==
==Region 9 joins PRISAA 2015==
*Source: http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?nid=5&rid=751978
*Source: http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?nid=5&rid=751978

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New DENR-9 regional office building inaugurated

By Franklin P. Gumapon

PAGADIAN CITY, April 20 (PIA) – As the regional center for region 9 has been transferred from Zamboanga City to Pagadian City, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)-9 has inaugurated on Friday, April 17, its new regional office building erected at the President Corazon C. Aquino Regional Government Center in Barangay Balintawak this city.

Addressing the audience comprising some city government officials, provincial officials, Congressman Victor Yu, Philippine Information Agency (PIA)-9 staff, DENR-9 regional office staff as well as personnel from the different Provincial Environment and Natural Resources (PENROs) and Community Environment and Natural Resources Offices (CENROs) throughout the region, Undersecretary Demetrio L. Ignacio Jr. said the construction of the new regional office building here in the city is a proof of “DENR-9’s commitment to support the transfer of the regional center to Pagadian City” as mandated under Executive Order No. 429 issued by former President Corazon C. Aquino.

Undersecretary Ignacio was sent to deliver the speech of Secretary Ramon JP. Paje, who was in South Korea attending the World Water Summit.

“It is almost 40 years since DENR-9 constructed a regional office building. To have an office that gives us the dignity we deserve, the new regional office now stands on a 1.4-hectare lot donated by the city government of Pagadian within the newly created President Corazon C. Aquino Regional Government Center,” Secretary Paje said in his message as read by Ignacio.

Paje also reminded the DENR personnel that their agency “is primarily tasked to manage, conserve, protect and sustain the environment and natural resources, serving as the forefront in implementing programs and projects that can directly reduce poverty, strengthen food security, mitigate impact of climate change, protect biodiversity, geo-hazard mapping, pollution control, stimulate economic growth and establish political stability.”

On the other hand, Congressman Victor Yu of Zamboanga del Sur’s first district has commended the DENR for immediately complying with the order to transfer its regional office to Pagadian City. In fact, he said, DENR-9 was the first agency to construct its regional office at the regional government center.

Other agencies which have started constructing their regional offices there are the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), National Irrigation Administration (NIA), Bureau of the Treasury, National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) and the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS).

Some agencies are still renting while a few have already constructed their regional offices in their own lots here in the city.

Man Wanted for Rape in Tungawan, Caught in ZC; 7 Others Arrested

By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Radzben S. Jul (RPIO9)

Zamboanga City – A man facing a rape charge was arrested by elements of Tungawan MPS and Sta. Maria Police Station during a police operation in Armor Village, San Jose Gusu at about 10:00 AM of April 14, 2015. Police Senior Inspector Chamer Lacay, Tungawan Police Chief, said that suspect Ramil Calistro y Datuan, 27, temporarily residing at said place, and native of Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay, was arrested by virtue of warrant of arrest filed under Criminal Case # i-5760 issued by Presiding Judge Anthony D Isaw, RTC Branch 24, Ipil. Suspect is now under the custody of Tungawan MPS for proper disposition.

Zamboanga City – Detection Management Unit of Zamboanga Police Station 11 conducted an operation in Barangay Cabaluay at about 10:00 AM of April 14, 2015. This led to the arrest of Vicente Luna y Marcos, of legal age, residing at said barangay. Suspect was arrested by virtue of warrant of arrest for violation of Section 5 (i), R.A 9262 with recommended bail bond of Php 24,000.00, issued by Judge Peter V. Eisma, RTC Branch 15. The suspect was temporarily freed after he posted the required bail bond.

Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte - Operatives of Siocon MPS, led by Police Inspector Joie L. Alcasarin, conducted a police operation in Barangay Latabon at about 8:00 AM of April 14, 2015. This led to the arrest of the number 5 Most Wanted Person (Municipal Level) of Siocon. He was identified as Abdu Salicala y Taupan, 52, fisherman, resident of said place. He was arrested by virtue of warrant for murder docketed under Criminal Case Number 689, without bail bond, issued by Presiding Judge Reuben L. Maraon of Branch 27, Regional Trial Court 9, Siocon, Zamboanga Del Norte dated November 8, 2005. Arrested person is now detained at Siocon MPS detention cell for proper disposition.

Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte - Operatives of Siocon MPS arrested two senior citizen farmers in Barangay Pangian at about 9:30 AM on April 14, 2015. The arrested couple was identified as Florentino Entero y Prato, 87, and Florencia Del Rosario y Entero, 56, both residents of said place. This is by virtue of warrant of arrest for Qualified Theft of Coconuts docketed under Criminal Case Number 2015-01-13 (1174) dated February 17, 2015 with bail bond of ₱40,000.00 each, issued by Presiding Judge Laarni N. Dajao of RTC 9, Branch 27, Siocon, ZDN. Arrested persons are now under the custody of said police station.

Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte - A female was placed under arrest by elements of Katipunan MPS during a manhunt operation in Barangay Tuburan at about 3:30 PM of April 14, 2015. Suspect Gemma Solis, 55, resident of Barangay Tuburan, was arrested by virtue of warrant for grave oral defamation docketed in Criminal Case Number 010-15 with recommended bail bond amounting to ₱4,000.00 bail bond, Presiding Judge Alnaiza T. Hassiman, 5th MCTC of Katipunan-Sergio Osmena, Sr., 9th Judicial Region. Solis is now detained at Katipunan MPS for proper disposition.

Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte - The no. 8 Most Wanted Person of Katipunan MPS was arrested during a police operation in Barangay Balok at about 4:30 PM on April 14, 2015. Suspect identified as Zosimo A. Andig, 44, resident of Barangay Balok, was arrested by virtue of warrant for Violation of section 5(a) of RA 9262 docketed under Criminal Case Number 19391 with bail bond set at ₱60,000.00 issued by Presiding Judge Rogelio D Laquihon of Regional Trial Court, 9th Judicial Region, Branch 7, Dipolog City. Suspect is now detained at Katipunan MPS for proper disposition.

Polanco, Zamboanga Del Norte - A RA 7610 violator was arrested during a police operation carried out by operatives of Polanco MPS in Barangay Villahermosa at about 5:45 AM of April 14, 2015. Suspect identified as Felix Paredes y Galabin, 38, resident of Sitio Linabo, Barangay Isis, was nabbed by virtue of warrant for Violation of Sec 10A of RA 7610 docketed under Criminal Case Number 19536 with bail bond amounting to ₱80,000.00 issued by Presiding Judge Rogelio D. Laquihon of RTC9, Branch 7, Dipolog City, dated March 30, 2015. Said accused is temporarily detained at Polanco MPS for proper disposition.

Tabina, Zamboanga del Sur - A jobless man was arrested for the crime of less serious physical injury in Barangay Baya-Baya at about 2:45 PM of April 14, 2015. Suspect identified as Arnel B. Gapol, 30, resident of said place was arrested by virtue of warrant docketed under Criminal Case Number 14-2196-t dated February 18, 2015, issued by Presiding Judge Maria Teresa R. Pangilinan. Suspect is temporarily detained at Tabina MPS while awaiting court disposition.

Fallen Dinas Cop Awarded with Heroism Medal

By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin

Police Regional Office 9 has awarded the PNP Posthumous Heroism Medal, the equivalent of the Medalya ng Kadakilaan to the late PO2 Rolando Landiao Dumasig, formerly assigned at Dinas Municipal Police Station, Zamboanga del Sur Police Provincial Office and a Plaque of Appreciation.

The awarding ceremony was held at the Police Regional Office 9 Quadrangle during the Monday Flag Raising Ceremony, April 13, 2015. Both awards were presented by Police Chief Superintendent Edgar Orduna Basbas, Acting Regional Director of Police Regional Office 9 and assisted by Police Chief Superintendent Ramon Martinez Ochotorena, Deputy Regional Director for Administration. Both were emotionally received by the widow of the late PO2 Rolando Dumasig, Mrs. Gwendulyn Dumasig.

The PNP Posthumous Heroism Medal is the highest award to be given to the fallen members of the Philippine National Police who met their untimely death while enforcing the law.

PO2 Rolando Dumasig has demonstrated the kind of dedication and commitment to public service. He ignored the danger, wherein, his life was at risked when he and his co-policemen served the warrant of arrest against Saudi Nanding, number 8 Most Wanted Person in Dinas, Zamboanga del Sur. Thereby, a shoot-out between the PNP and the Ambal Criminal Group on March 27, 2015 at Barangay Beuatan, Dinas, Zamboanga del Sur was ensued, which resulted to his untimely death. Through his sacrifice, late PO2 Dumasig ended his life, thus, he is worthy to receive such award.

In recognizing the gallant act being displayed by the late PO2 Rolando Landiao Dumasig and risking his life in performing his mandated duties and responsibilities, the Police Regional Office 9 has also awarded the Plaque of Recognition to the late subject Police Non-Commissioned Officer.

On the other hand, the Public Safety Mutual Benefit Fund Incorporated has extended Financial Assistance to the bereaved family of the late PO2 Rolando Dumasig. The Regional Manager has awarded the check with unspecified amount to the widow of the late PNCO during the said occasion.

Indeed, the Police Regional Office 9 was in deep sorrow over the loss of the PO2 Rolando Dumasig, with whom the Command considered him as a dedicated and courageous member of the police force. Obviously, he ignored the danger in dealing with the members of the syndicated crime group whom he and his group have encountered in the name of the police service and for the sake of the Filipino people. The death of the late subject Police Non-Commissioned Officer will serve as the Best Role Model to his comrades in arms.

Rape Suspect in Kabasalan, 4 Other Wanted Persons Arrested

By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Jonas D Macasa Jr. (RPIO9)

Kabasalan, Zamboanga Sibugay - Operatives of Kabasalan Police Station led by Police Senior Inspector Jerwin Cagurin, Chief of Police, conducted a manhunt operation at 3:10 in the afternoon of April 12, 2015. The manhunt operation resulted in the arrest of Danilo E. Cuba, 30, resident of Barangay Sanghanan, by virtue of arrest warrant for Rape by Sexual Assault, filed under Criminal Case No. I-5730, issued by Judge Anthony D. Isaw. Subject was brought to Kabasalan Police Station for proper disposition.

Molave, Zamboanga del Sur - Operatives of Molave Police Station conducted a manhunt operation at Roxas Street, Barangay Maloloy-On at 1:00 in the afternoon of April 12, 2015. The operation resulted in the arrest of two wanted persons namely Wendel Tampipi y Viovicente and Daisy Jane Vale, by virtue of arrest warrant for Robbery docketed under Criminal Case Number CBU-106553 with bail bond set at Php 40,000.00 each, issued by Judge Silva Aguirre Paderanga of Regional Trial Court, Branch 16, 7th Judicial Region, Cebu City. Accused are now temporarily detained at Molave MPS while waiting for the commitment order from court.

Aurora, Zamboanga Del Sur - Elements of Aurora Police Station conducted an operation in Sitio Bagakay, Barangay Lintugop, at 11:30 in the morning of April 12, 2015. The operation resulted in the arrest of Danilo Rosauro y Saladaga, 47, laborer and resident of Purok Sto Niño, Barangay Tagolalo, This is by virtue of arrest warrant for Rape by Sexual Assault docketed under CC No. 14-10, 1122, and Sexual Abuse docketed under CC No. 14-10, 1123 with bail bond fixed at ₱120,000.00 and ₱180,000.00 respectively, issued by Presiding Judge Jaime B. Caberte of RTC Branch 30, Aurora, Zamboanga Del Sur. Accused is temporarily detained at Aurora Police Station while waiting for commitment order from the court.

Pagadian City - Joint PNP elements of CIDT-ZSPPO together with PIDMB, PAIDSOTF and Pagadian City Police Station conducted a manhunt operation along Aquino Street, Barangay Gatas at 8:30 in the morning of April 12, 2015. The operation resulted in the arrest of Ariel Lemosnero a.k.a. “Ayang”, resident of Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. Lemosnero was arrested by virtue of warrant for Frustrated Homicide docketed under Criminal Case Number I-5438, issued by Presiding Judge Anthony T. Isaw, RTC, 9th Judicial Region, Branch 24, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay dated September 14, 2014. Subject person is temporarily detained at Pagadian City Police Station while his vehicle, a black Mitsubishi Strada with plate number UQJ 481 was brought to Pagadian City Police Station for proper disposition.

21 Fishing Boats Impounded in Pagadian

By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Radzben S. Jul (RPIO9)

Pagadian City - Pagadian City Police Station and the 903rd Maritime Police conducted seaborne patrol at Illana Bay of this city at about 5:30 AM of April 11, 2015.

This is for the implementation of Executive Order 305 - “devolving to municipal and city governments the registration of fishing vessels three tonnage and below and for violation of all forms of illegal fishing accomplishment report on the conduct of seaborne patrol”. This resulted in the apprehension of twenty-one motorized fishing boats. All seized motorized fishing boats are now in the custody of 903rd Maritime Police.

Charges filed against kidnappers in Zambo Sur; P60-M ransom demanded

(MindaNews)

ZAMBOANGA CITY (MindaNews/15 April) — Police have filed criminal charges against five of the 10 suspected kidnappers who seized two children and a bakery worker last March 31 in Pitogo, Zamboanga del Sur.

One of the two children, Zynielle Jay Garban, 2, was found dead three days after the suspects seized them. Fishermen fished out her body at sea near Pitogo town.

Senior Supt. Sofronio Ecaldre, Zamboanga del Sur police director, said the criminal charges were filed against the suspects on Monday before the provincial prosecutor’s office.

Ecaldre named the respondents as the following: Mahbad Hassan and Alkim Hassan, both of Barangay Poblacion, Pitogo; Jalid Malali; Usman Jelanie; and, Usman Hassan all of Barangay Kalintana, Naga, Zamboanga Sibugay.

Ecaldre said Mahbad and Alkim were arrested a day after the incident but the arrest was not announced as investigation was ongoing.

He said investigation showed the suspects stayed at the residence of Mahbad and pretended to be fresh fish traders while monitoring the movement of their target, Chzarenia Kapa Sajulga, a businesswoman.

He said Usman was identified through a closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera footage of CJ Bakeshop owned by Sajulga.

The suspects seized Zynielle Jay, her elder brother, Ace Jay Garban, 3, and Ledegie Tomarong, 17, after they failed to get Sajulga.

Zynielle Jay and Ace Jay are the grandchildren of Pitogo Mayor Richard Garban.

Sajulga ran inside her house and locked herself in a room when the suspects entered her bakery.

They grabbed the two children and Tomarong, who were at the fish port, and escaped by using them as human shields during a shootout with pursuing policemen.

Mayor Garban announced that the kidnappers have demanded P60 million for the release of his grandchild and Tomarong.

He appealed to the kidnappers to free the hostages on humanitarian grounds since their families are not capable of paying the ransom.

Meanwhile, Ecaldre said policemen and soldiers were still tracking down the whereabouts of the victims.

1CAV’s free medical, dental services benefit over 400 residents of Labangan town

By Gideon C. Corgue (FPG/GCC/PIA9-Pagadian City)

LABANGAN, April 14 (PIA) – Over 400 residents of Barangay San Isidro here have benefited from the free Medical and Dental Civic Action Program (MEDCAP) conducted on Friday, April 10, by the 1st Field Artillery Battalion (1st FAB), Army Artillery Regiment in partnership with the 1st Cavalry (Tagapungana) Squadron (1CAV) of the Philippine Army’s Mechanized Infantry Division.

In his message, Lt. Col. Sonny Sales, commanding officer of the 1st FAB, said the objective of MEDCAP was to bring immediate medical health services to the people especially those living in the remote areas where access to government services is difficult like Barangay San Isidro, which is also “one of our adopted barangays.”

Meanwhile, 1CAV commanding officer Lt. Col. Charlemagne Batayola Jr., said the project was conceptualized by the army leadership in partnership with the local government unit because out of the government’s genuine concern to help alleviate the living condition of the people in far-flung areas.

“Kini ang among pangandoy ug sa gamay nga pamaagi makahatag kaninyo sa gamay nga kalipay ug paglaum dinhi sa San Isidro,” Batayola explained.

(This is our dream that in our own little way we can bring joy and hope here in San Isidro.)

For his part, Punong Barangay Gavino Lacsado expressed his sincere gratitude to the Philippine Army that for second time, it held such an activity in his barangay.

Danilo Tingtingan was also thankful to the MEDCAP, as his sons, Johny, 11, and Danilo, 7, had availed themselves of free circumcision.

“Nagpasalamat ko sa Philippine Army tungod kay dili nako mogasto ug kwarta ug kahago magpatuli sa akong duha ka anak nga lalaki sa health center nga anaa sa lungsod. Layo kining among gipuy-an sa lungsod. Mopasahe pa ko P30 matag-usa aron mahatud sila sa health center,” Tingtingan explained.

(I am thankful to the Philippine Army because I will no longer spend money and time to have my two sons circumcised at the municipal health center located at the town proper. Our house is far from the health center and I have to spend P30 each for fare just to bring them there.)

A total of 412 residents have availed of the said project broken down as follows: 115 for free medical checkup, 90 for dental services/tooth extraction, 85 young boys for circumcision, 100 were given vaccination, and 182 were provided of free medicines.

The medical and dental teams from 1st Infantry (Tabak) division and the Rural Health Unit have jointly conducted the said activity.

Barangay official survives gun slay try in Zambo Sur

(PNA), FFC/TPGJR

ZAMBOANGA CITY, April 13 (PNA) –- The police are conducting a thorough investigation aimed to unmask the two gunmen behind the attempt to kill over the weekend a government official in Zamboanga del Sur, an official said Monday.

Insp. Dahlan Samuddin, Police Regional Office-9 information officer, said Rafael Tesoro, barangay councilman of Bualan, Kumalarang was shot and wounded around 6 p.m. Saturday.

Samuddin said Tesoro was driving motorcycle when two unidentified gunmen shot him at Sitio Tubac, Barangay Bualan, Kumalarang, Zamboanga del Sur.

Samuddin said Tesoro was admitted at the Buug Medical Hospital.

He said the case investigator are looking into all possible motives.

Ex-Zambo Sur exec gets 10 years for graft

'By Rhodina Villanueva (The Philippine Star)

MANILA, Philippines - A former vice governor of Zamboanga del Sur has been sentenced to six-to-10 years in prison for allegedly misusing P3.7 million in government funds intended for financial assistance to farmers.

In a ruling handed down over the weekend, the Sandiganbayan said Tirsendo Poloyapoy could have used the money for his election campaign.

The anti-graft court found Poloyapoy guilty of violating Republic Act 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act.

Aside from him, the court convicted Mario Octavio Arsenal, president of the Soya Farmers Multi-Purpose Cooperative (SFMPC).

The two were sentenced to serve six to 10 years in prison and ordered to indemnify the government P3.7 million. They were disqualified from holding public office.

The Sandiganbayan said the former vice governor entered into a deal with the SFMPC despite knowing that the cooperative lacked government accreditation and qualifications to implement the project.

It said the deal was notarized on Feb. 26, 2001, but the accused signed the agreement on March 6 of the same year.

The anti-graft court said the funds might have been used for campaign purposes, noting that a local election was held at that time.

Three other accused – former accountant Ma. Eden Saldariega and municipal employees Roderick Pascual and Osmundo Lumapas – have yet to be arrested.

Estafa, Acts of Lasciviousness Suspects Collared

By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Jonas D Macasa Jr. (RPIO9)

Labason, Zamboanga Del Norte - Elements of Labason Police Station and five personnel of Titay Police Station led by Police Senior Inspector Rico Pondol, Chief of Police Police, conducted a manhunt operation at Talania Beach Resort, Barangay Malintubuan at 12:15 in the afternoon of April 05, 2015.

This resulted in the arrest of Edie Alegre “a.k.a.” Langging, by virtue of warrant of arrest, docketed under Criminal Case No. i-5448 dated March 18, 2014 for Estafa thru false pretenses, with recommended bail bond amounting to Php 40,000.00 pesos issued by Presiding Judge Anthony D.T. Isaw, Regional Trial Court, 9th Judicial Region, Branch 24, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. Subject arrested person is now under the custody of Titay Police Station for proper disposition.

Zamboanga del Sur - Elements of Dumalinao Sergio Osmeña Police Stations conducted a manhunt operation in Barangay Paglaum, Dumalinao, Zamboanga Del Sur at around 10:40 AM of April 5, 2015. This resulted in the arrest of Reneboy Oberes y Pagatpat a.k.a. ‘Eboy’, 20, resident of Purok Lumboy, Pinig-Libano, Dumalinao by virtue of warrant docketed under CC No. 18667 for the crime of Acts Of Lasciviousness in relation to R.A. 7610 with bail bond fixed at Php 180,000.00, issued by Presiding Judge Rogelio D Laquihan of RTC Branch 7, Dipolog City. Oberes is listed as no. 7 in the most wanted list of Sergio Osmeña MPS. The accused was brought to Dumalinao Police Station for booking and subsequently turned-over to Sergio Osmeña PNP for his temporary confinement while waiting for court disposition.


Region 9 joins PRISAA 2015

(PNA), LAP/TPG/RGAG/SGP

ZAMBOANGA CITY, April 10 (PNA) -– Region 9 has sent a 360-man delegation to compete in the week-long Private Schools Athletic Association (Prisaa) 2015 meet in Iloilo City, a sports official said Friday.

Prof. Elbert Atilano Sr., PRISAA national executive director, said the week-long athletic competition will reel off Saturday and ends Friday, April 17.

The Prisaa games include the following: baseball; basketball; volleyball; beach volleyball; football; sepak takraw; athletics; badminton; boxing; chess; dance sports; karate-do; lawn tennis; swimming; table tennis; taekwondo; and, weightlifting.

Atilano said the Region 9 delegation consisted of athletes and coaches from the cities of Dipolog, Pagadian, Isabela, and Zamboanga.

Atilano said he expects the athletes from the region to dominate in weightlifting, boxing, and athletic events.

6 Nabbed in Dimataling and ZC for Illegal Drugs

By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Jonas D Macasa Jr. (RPIO9)

Dimataling, Zamboanga Del Sur - Elements of Dimataling Police arrested Benhar Bonga y Manajer, 23, during their mobile patrol in Barangay Kagawasan at around 11:30 AM of April 4, 2015. This is for violation of R.A. 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act Of 2002). Confiscated from him was a sachet of suspected shabu, and drug paraphernalia. Suspect is temporarily detained at Dimataling Police Station while a case for violation of R.A. 9165 is being prepared for filing in court.

Zamboanga City - Two persons and a minor were arrested by the members of SWAT, Rapid Deployment Platoon and ZCPSC at a checkpoint along the national highway in Brgy. Upper Calarian, at 8:20 AM of April 3, 2015. The arrested persons were identified as Jose Patagoc Jr y Francisco, 22, Jaime Dumdum y Glinogo, 32, and “Al”, 17. Confiscated from them were a sachet of suspected shabu and drug paraphernalia. Suspects were flagged down for a visible traffic violation before yielding the prohibited substance. Suspects are presently detained at ZCPSC for filing of appropriate charges in court.

Zamboanga City - Operatives of Sta. Maria Police Station conducted a buy-bust operation at Estrada Drive, Barangay San Roque at 1:00 PM of April 4, 2015. This resulted in the arrest of Aljimar Lainuddin y Lulu, 30, resident of said barangay. Confiscated from him were two sachets of suspected shabu and marked money. Lainuddin is presently detained at said station for filing of appropriate charges in court.

Zamboanga City - Operatives of Zamboanga City Police Station 11 conducted a buy-bust operation near Zion school in Barangay Canelar at 4:20 in the afternoon of April 4, 2015. The operation resulted in the arrest of Perlin Saraza y Buena, 36, resident of said place. Confiscated from the suspect were two sachets of suspected shabu and marked money. Suspect is presently detained at said station for filing of appropriate charges in court, whereas the prohibited substance will be submitted to RCLO9 for examination.

Labangan PNP Cuffs Suspect on Attempted Murder

By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Jonas D Macasa Jr. (RPIO9)

Labangan, Zamboanga del Sur - Intelligence operatives of Labangan Police Station conducted a manhunt operation in Barangay Upper Sang-An at around 11:30 in the morning of April 3, 2015.

This resulted in the arrest of Muhammad Caug y Talumpa, 42, resident of said village. Subject wanted person was arrested by virtue of warrant for Attempted Murder docketed under Criminal Case No. 10234-2k11 with recommended bail bond of Php 120,000.00, issued by Presiding Judge Rolando L. Goan, RTC 9th Judicial Region, Branch 21, Pagadian City, dated December 21, 2011. Arrested person is now detained at Labangan Police Station for proper disposition.

Lumbia bags first prize in Fire Olympics 2015

By Gideon C. Corgue (FPG/GCC/PIA9-Pagadian City)

PAGADIAN CITY, April 7 (PIA) –For the second time the Volunteer Fire Brigade (VFB) team of barangay Lumbia has bested five other teams in the recently concluded Fire Olympics 2015 held here at the city oval, highlighting the Fire Prevention Month celebration.

Anchored on the theme, “Kaligtasan sa Sunog: Alamin, Gawin at Isabuhay Natin!,” the participating teams competed for the following events, namely, hose laying and replacement of busted hose, bucket relay and flammable liquid extinguishers."Kaligtasan sa Sunog: Alamin, Gawin at Isabuhay Natin!"

Barangay Tiguma was adjudged 1st runner-up followed by Barangay Kawit.

The winning teams received cash prizes, trophies and certificates of excellence.

Barangay councilor Gregory Maghinay said, “to win first prize in the Fire Olympics for a second time is a huge honor.”

“Dako kaayo nga dungog alang kanamo nga mga volunteer fire brigades nga midaug sa maong kompetisyon sa ikaduhang higayon ug mapasigarbuhon kaayo kami niini nga pasidungog,” Maghinay exclaimed.

(It is a huge honor for us, the volunteer fire brigades, to win this competition for the second time, and we are extremely proud of this award.)

The team, Maghinay said, was composed of 12 barangay Tanods.

“Ang mga mga miyembro sa Barangay Tanod mao ang among gipaapil sa Fire Olympics kay sila man gud ang mga first responders panahon kung adunay sunog mahitabo,” Maghinay said.

(The members of the Barangay Tanod are our participants to the Fire Olympics because they are our first responders in case a fire happens.)

The team will represent the city in the provincial level competition in September this year.

LGU takes an active role in climate change adaptation, says DILG official

By Gideon C. Corgue (FPG/GCC/PIA9-Pagadian City)

PAGADIAN CITY, April 6 (PIA) – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has urged the local government units (LGUs) to prepare for natural disasters.

In his message during the operation “Listo” provincial convergence and launching ceremony of disaster preparedness manual at Hotel Guillermo here, Provincial Director Verner Virgilio Jayme of DILG-Zamboanga del Sur said the LGU takes an active role in Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) and Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM).

“The LGUs are mandated to take an active role in climate change adaptation and mitigation measures to ensure safety of families and communities in times of disasters,” Jayme pointed out.

Jayme also said the role of the local chief executives as chairpersons of the Local Disaster Risk Reduction Management Councils (LDRRMC) is very important in making the local communities prepared for typhoons and floods.

Jayme said the government is embarking a very important program dubbed “operation listo” to enhance the capabilities of LGUs to be at the forefront of the government’s initiative to adapt, mitigate and prepare for climate change and disasters.

Jayme said the disaster preparedness manual distributed to the 24 municipalities and a city will help them formulate their respective plans and allow them to assess/determine their level of readiness including their needs to meet the minimum requirements for readiness.

“It also assists them in planning for disaster response. They can also ask from DILG to reinforce them long before any typhoon arrives,” Jayme said.

The manual contains three critical preparedness actions: Alpha (Yellow), Bravo (Orange), and Charlie (Red).

Meanwhile, Assistant Regional Director Pedro Cuevas in his message said the public should be prepared in the event of any natural disaster. “We should not be complacent and rely upon just the prayer, instead we should be proactive,” Cuevas urged.

Cuevas also said “disasters and calamities may strike at any place or time, as we have already experienced and witnessed how these disasters affected the lives of many Filipinos.”

In support of the said program, the local chief executives and government officials joined the ceremonial signing of “Listo Ako” commitment to symbolize their united vow of gearing up local communities for disaster preparedness.”

Mahayag LGU Employee and 1 Minor, Busted on Drugs

By Police Inspector Dahlan T. Samuddin with report from PO2 Jonas D Macasa Jr. and PO3 Jessica DT Sarsalejo (RPIO9)

Zamboanga del Sur - An employee of Mahayag LGU was arrested after a large sachet of suspected shabu, drug paraphernalia placed inside a universal battery charger, and marked money was recovered in his possession. Suspect identified as Jayme Brobo was arrested during the drug buy-bust operation by Mahayag MPS in Purok 2, Barangay Poblacion, Mahayag at about 4:20 PM of March 31, 2015. Suspect is now detained at Mahayag MPS for proper disposition.

Zamboanga City - A male minor was placed under the custody of ZCPSC SWAT Team after a sachet of suspected shabu was recovered from him at a checkpoint along the highway in Barangay Cawit at about 12:30 AM of March 31, 2015. Several drug paraphernalia were also recovered from him. Said minor was turned-over to Ayala PS for proper disposition.

1 of 3 children taken hostage in Zambo Sur found dead

(MindaNews)

ZAMBOANGA CITY (MindaNews/03 April) – One of the three children who were seized Tuesday in Pitogo town in Zamboanga del Sur by suspected kidnappers was found dead Friday morning.

Zynielle Jay Garban, 2, a grandchild of Pitogo Mayor Richard Garban, was plucked out from the sea by fishermen near the town’s shore around 8 a.m., Senior Supt. Sofronio Ecaldre, Zamboanga del Sur police director said.

Ecaldre said the fishermen brought to Pitogo the child’s body, which was positively identified by the victim’s family.

Garban, her three-year-old elder brother, Ace Jay, and bakery worker Ledegie Tomarong, 17, were seized by 10 gunmen during a shootout around 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at the fish port in Barangay Poblacion, Pitogo.

The shootout ensued as policemen pursued the gunmen who tried but failed to seize their target, businesswoman Chzarenia Kapa Sajulga, who owns a bakery in downtown Pitogo.

The gunmen made good their escape as they grabbed the three children, who were at the fish port, and made them as human shields preventing the policemen from further pursuing them.

Ecaldre said investigation showed that the victim, who bore contusions in the neck, was apparently strangled to death and thrown into the sea.

He said policemen and soldiers were tracking down the whereabouts of the other hostages.

The gunmen, who escaped aboard two motorized bancas, sped towards Zamboanga Sibugay province.

Zambo Sur police assures business group security measures are in place

By Hirohito D. Cadion [(PNA), CTB/TPG/HDC]

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur, April 2 (PNA) – The local business community has strongly called on the police and military authorities to tighten security measures in this province.

The call of the Pagadian-Zamboanga del Sur Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation, Inc. (PZCCIFI) came after gunmen, believed to be kidnappers, seized late Tuesday two grandchildren of a mayor and a bakery worker in the nearby town of Pitogo.

The gunmen seized the children and took them as human shield when a shootout ensued with pursuing policemen after they failed to snatch their target victim, Chzarenia Kapa Sajulga, a businesswoman who owns a bakery in downtown Pitogo.

Mercedes Lourdes Quisumbing, PZCCIFI president, said Thursday they have alerted the business community to take precautionary measure against kidnapping and other forms of atrocities.

Quisumbing said the chamber is set to meet with all businessmen to discuss the prevailing peace and order condition of this province.

Meanwhile, Senior Supt. Sofronio Ecaldre, provincial police director, has assured the business community that security measures are in place in coordination with the military forces.

Ecaldre said he is open to recommendations and suggestions as far a security measure of this province is concern.

The gunmen seized the two grandson of Pitogo Mayor Richard Garban namely Ace Jay Garban, three and Zynielle Jay Garban, two and bakery worker Ledegie Tomarong, 17 after they failed to seized Sajulga, who managed to run and locked herself in a room.

The gunmen boarded two motorized bancas and sped towards Zamboanga Sibugay province bringing along with them the victims.

It will be recalled that Sajulga’s sister-in-law, Monaliza Kapa, also a businesswoman, was kidnapped in November 2011 and was released in January 2012.

Zambo Sur invites Celso to speak on BBL

By Claro A. Lanipa (FPG/CAL/PIA-9)

Government officials and employees and representatives of the private sector in Zamboanga del Sur were enlightened on the Bangsamoro Basic Law or BBL in a forum conducted by Zamboanga City District 1 Congressman Celso Lobregat at the Executive Hall of Pagadian City.

Lobregat was invited to speak on the topic by Zamboanga del Sur Governor Tony Cerilles who described the Zamboanga City solon as most prepared among members of Congress to articulate on the BBL, and the various issues and concerns.

The participants numbering some 300 composed of the province’s municipal mayors, vice mayors, councilors, barangay chairmen and kagawad, Non-government organizations, the business sector, government officials and employees of Pagadian City led by Mayor Romeo Pulmones , to include regional government officials, heard Lobregat as he articulated on the contentious issues on HB 4994 which is also the subject of hearings in Congress.

Also in attendance were Congressman Victor Yu of the 1st District and Congresswoman Aurora Cerilles of the 2nd District.

Lobregat said this forum is being done so that those present will have better understanding of the BBL and they can later explain to their constituents, members of the associations or groups they belong on how the BBL can affect their lives.

Lobregat reiterated that ‘we are for peace, we want the BBL to be passed, but it must be fair, just, acceptable, feasible, and consistent with the Constitution and existing laws’.

Explaining his support for amending certain questionable provisions in the BBL, Gov. Cerilles said ‘ we are not anti-muslim, we are pro-filipino’.

The forum on the BBL was held right after the Regional Development Council [RDC] Expanded Executive Committee meeting FY 2016 Budget Review and Consultation presided by Acting Chairman Teresita Socorro Ramos, NEDA IX regional director. also held at the Executive Hall of Pagadian City Hall.

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