Bacolod City Vice Mayor El Cid Familiaran lauded the anti-drug approach by Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) deputy director, Police Lt. Colonel Jovie Espenido, in Barangay Banago, calling it “effective.” According to the city official, Espenido’s actions are part of the City Anti-Drug Abuse Council information and education campaign in order to encourage local residents to avoid illegal drugs.
Familiaran praised Espenido for his early success.
Meanwhile, the vice mayor said he also believes Barangay Banago Captain Ricky Mijares and his council are “doing their best” in addressing the problem of illegal drugs.
Earlier this week, Espenido met with Barangay Banago officials and residents of Sitio Sibucao, which is located within the said neighborhood, to discuss the area’s ongoing problem with illegal drugs and appealed for residents to cooperate with law enforcement.
He addressed drug offenders living in the area and warned of police operations if illicit activity continues, wherein they will be taken into custody or worse should they resist arrest.
The law enforcement official pointed out, some of the illegal drugs seized across the region have been traced to Barangay Banago.
“You can never hide it,” Espenido said. “Those who live for [something] illegal should stop because there will be consequences.”
“Today, you may enjoy it, but time will come [when] you will pay for it,” he added./DGB, WDJ