Police intensifies manhunt, arrests 9 outlaws

CAM P OLI VAS, Pampanga- Police arrested nine wanted persons in separate manhunt operations conducted on December 21 region wide.

Police operatives in Bulacan arrested Christopher Sablada y Javar of Guiguinto, Bulacan; Elimar Ferrer y Garcia of City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan; Christian Bucasas y Vasques of Malolos City, Bulacan; Renato Zabala of San Miguel, Bul acan; Stephanie Reyes y Martin of Balagtas, Bulacan; Rany Culianan y Mateo of Meycauayan City, Bulacan; and, Maria Victoria Mandanas y Aguilar of Sta. Maria, Bulacan.

Meanwhile, Eizabeth Reyes y Navarro of Hermosa, Bataan and Eddiemar Miranda y Morales of Cabiao, Nueva Ecija were also arrested by police authorities.

All wanted persons were arrested by virtue of warrant of arrest for different law violations ranging from theft, estafa to robbery.— PRO-3/ RPIO

-Chris Navarro

· Avoid carrying around or exposing large sums of cash.

· Keep your mobile leave it unattended.

· If walking, please do so in well-lit areas. · Attend parties with friends that you trust and look out for one another.

· Do not leave drinks unattended or accept a drink from someone you do not know.

· Do not carry too many items when walking in the streets, always keep your hands free so you can defend yourself if necessary.

· Be aware of your surroundings and notify a police officer if you observe any suspicious behavior. · Be wary of persons loitering around ATMs. · Be alert for pick pockets when in crowded areas. · Travel in groups or pairs and pay attention to your surroundings. Cell phones and headphones phone with you and do not An SUV, pickup truck and a motorcycle figured in an accident yesterday along CM Recto avenue inside Clark Freeport.

are distractions – stay alert and tuned into your surroundings.

· Trust your instincts. If the situation does not feel right, move to a public area and draw attention to yourself.

· Keep bags and belongings close to you at all times. · If someone tries to rob you, give them your cash and belongings immediately.

· While walking, if you suspect you are being followed, cross the street, move to the nearest group of people and shout for help.

· Avoid walking by vacant and/ or abandoned buildings, vacant lots, alleys or deserted construction sites.

· Do not walk or jog alone. There is safety in numbers.

· Always plan the safest route to your destination and use it.

· Do not take short cuts through lonely tracks or dark alleys.

· Hold handbags close to your body with your arm through the strap.

· If you are out very late, ensure you get escorted home or travel with a driver that you know. Ask your escort or driver to wait until you are safely inside.

HOME SAFETY:

· Keep the exterior of your home well-lit.

· Be aware of persons posing as service personnel attempting to gain access to your home. Always ask for identification and verify by calling their offices to confirm.

· When you arrive home, always have your keys in hand. Once you enter your door/ gate, avoid leaving it open or slightly ajar.

· If you arrive home and suspect that someone has broken in, do not enter. Call the police from your mobile phone or a neighbor’s house. The burglar may still be inside.

· Make sure you use sturdy padlocks on your doors and gates.

· If you suspect that your home or business is being broken into, immediately call Police 911

· Teach children to never divulge information about whether or not an adult is at home.

· If household chores are being done to the back of the premises, see to it that the front is secured or vice versa.