The six-month campaign of the Police Regional Office-Western Visayas (PRO-6) since the assumption of regional director Brigadier General Jack Wanky, from February 15 until August 14 this year, yielded 3,057 wanted persons.

“It was due to the dedication and patience of our operatives and the guidance of their unit commanders,” PRO-6 spokesperson Lt. Colonel Arnel Solis said yesterday.

He also acknowledged the support from the community, local government units, and other law enforcement agencies.

PRO-6 data showed that for the said period, various units regionwide conducted 2,903 police operations.

The report said that of the total apprehensions, 466 are the most wanted persons (MWP), and 2,591 are other wanted persons.

“On the most wanted persons, one belongs to the national level, 68 are classified as regional, 97 provincial and city level and 300 were station level,” it said.

The Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office has the highest number of arrested persons, reaching 1,313, equivalent to 42.95 percent of the total arrests.

“The results of your efforts are admirable and truly exemplify your commitment towards your duty. Despite this feat, our campaign continues until the remaining wanted persons in the region are all accounted for,” Wanky said.

Wanky added that security preparations and efforts against wanted persons are enhanced, especially with the upcoming elections where there could be possible concerns. (PNA)