• GILBERT P. BAYORAN
Crime incidents in Negros Island Region decreased by 18.6 percent in February this year compared to the figures in February 2025.
In a report, the Police Regional Office- Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) said crime incidents totaled 700 last month, lower by 160 incidents from a year ago’s 860.
“This significant reduction reflects sustained efforts in crime prevention, focused police operations, and strengthened community partnerships across the region, the PRO-NIR said in a statement.
At the same time, the eight focus crimes, including murder, homicide, physical injury, rape, robbery, theft, motorcycle theft, and carnapping declined by 18.82 percent.
Despite the positive gains, the PRO-NIR reiterated that efforts to reduce crime will not be relaxed.
“We will sustain focused police operations, strengthen intelligence-led approaches, and further enhance community-oriented programs to ensure lasting peace and security across all provinces,” it added. | GB
