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By Ruth Palo
December 15, 2022 60
DAVAO CITY: The spokesman of Davao City Police Office (DCPO), Maj. Catherine de la Rey, said the city has recorded zero incidents of crime since December 1.
According to her, this is surprising because crimes against persons and property usually increase during the Christmas season.
De la Rey said the people's heightened vigilance and the city's "culture of security" may have curbed the trend.
"There were a number of petty crimes but not that high to warrant concern because the people are also now aware that at this time they're very vigilant, they're very careful of their possessions," she said.
De la Rey, however, said the police are expecting an increase in drunk driving incidents and petty crimes in the next two weeks.
She said the DCPO has intensified its information campaign against drunk driving in the city amid the office parties and Christmas revelries this month.
"The DCPO is constantly reminding citizens to drink responsibly and refrain from driving under the influence of alcohol," she said.
She is also advising people who intend to drink during parties and events to take a taxi or have someone drive them home.
The city's liquor ban and curfew on minors will remain throughout the yuletide season.
"Our curfew on minors and the liquor ban will not stop, there are still limits. If you want to drink, do it inside your homes," she said.
De la Rey assures the public that police officers and security personnel will continue patrolling public places and establishments even during Christmas and New Year's Eve to ensure the liquor ban and curfew are followed.
