Philippine National Police Campaign Against Robbery at Novaliches Quezon City

Vol.3, No.2

Abstract

This study focused on Philippine National Police Campaign Against Robbery at Novaliches Quezon City. were selected using the purposive sampling technique. The study employed a descriptive research design, through the use of a validated survey questionnaire.

The study revealed the number of cases of Robbery. Thus, the study recommended conducting additional programs and seminars particularly to raise awareness about Robbery cases. This study can also be used as a reference by other Barangay or future researchers that are also facing problems in the cases of Robbery. This study is to find solutions that can be recommended to the Barangay and to the police station. This study can also be used as a reference by other future researchers that are also facing problems in the campaign against Robbery.

Robbery may be defined under article 293 of the revised penal code as an unlawful, forcible taking of a victim's property from the person of the victim. Robbery is distinguished from other unlawful seizures of property, such as larceny and burglary, in that the property seized is taken directly from the person of the victim and there is involved the use or threat of force. The incidence of robbery varies only slightly according to geographical location, and the occurrence of such incidents is fairly constant throughout the week. 

Street robbery is more spatially concentrated than the other property crime, the areas where robbery is concentrated are small and well distinguished, with stricter controls of law and prevention programs. In general, police initiating crime prevention efforts could reduce the opportunities for crime. Citizens can act as an individual to prevent crime by serving as witnesses, intervening in attempts of offences, and taking precautions to prevent cases of robbery.