The Implementation of the Philippine National Police Anti-Criminality Program at Batasan Hills in Quezon City

Authors

  • Jelar Almoguerra
  • Ronniel Buyo
  • Dexter Hernandez
  • Rodney Impil
  • Ricky Templonuevo
  • Myrna S. Cuntapay, Ph.D. Crim

Keywords:

police operation, patrol, neutralize, police work

Abstract

The PNP sustained its programs in operations to keep the communities safer by deploying more uniformed personnel to carry out focused police operations. These operations are undertaken to minimize incidents perpetrated with the use of firearms; neutralize motorcycle-riding criminals, members of private armed groups (PAGs) and criminal gang members; and confiscate carnapped vehicles and illegal firearms. The Patrol is an indispensable service that plays a leading role in the accomplishment of the police purpose. It is the only form of police service that directly attempts to eliminate the opportunity for misconduct. It also checks the development of a desire for misconduct and influence individual and group attitudes in its routine daily association with the public. Constant availability is important because time is of the essence in most police work. In addition to performing duties relating to incidents of misconduct, the complete coverage provided by the patrol makes it available for other services. The study seeks to identify the perception of selected police officers and residents on the effectiveness of the implementation of the PNP Anti-Criminality program atBarangay Batasan, Quezon City. The researchers used the Descriptive Research Method in completing the study to describe the implementation of the Philippine National Police's Anti-Criminality Program at Batasan Hills, Quezon City. The survey questionnaires were used to achieve the main objective of the study. The questionnaire given to the respondents was structured in such a way that the respondent will able to answer it easily. It contained questions regarding the implementation of the Philippine National Police's Anti-Criminality Program at Batasan Hills, Quezon City. The respondents were described according to different demographic profiles. The majority of the respondents were from age bracket 28-37 years old, 61% were males, 82% were married, and 63% were college graduates. The implementation of the PNP's Anti-Criminality Program was described as highly implemented. In terms of Logistics, it was described as fairly implemented. The problems encountered that affect the implementation of the Philippine National Police's Anti-Criminality Program at Batasan Hills in Quezon City were described as less serious. The implementation of the Philippine National Police's Anti-Criminality Program at Batasan Hills in Quezon City which were described as highly recommended. The findings of the study demonstrate the factors to consider such as low funds for the procurement of modern equipment and motorcycle units and automobiles to withstand the application of police presence for the more effective anti-criminality campaign. Also, it seeks to promote continuous development programs, seminars, training, and updates concerning the enhancement of anti-criminality operation for improved and more effective techniques and procedures. Also, the recruitment of additional qualified applicants into the Philippine National Police is needed to increase the strength of the manpower and to enhance police presence, especially in a high crime rate area.

Published

2019-04-01

How to Cite

Almoguerra, J. ., Buyo, R. ., Hernandez, D. ., Impil, R. ., Templonuevo, R. ., & Cuntapay, Ph.D. Crim, M. S. . (2019). The Implementation of the Philippine National Police Anti-Criminality Program at Batasan Hills in Quezon City. Ascendens Asia Singapore – Bestlink College of the Philippines Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 1(1). Retrieved from https://ojs.aaresearchindex.com/index.php/aasgbcpjmra/article/view/1500

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