PRO CAR Concludes 30th PCR Month, Honors Outstanding Personnel and Units

The Police Regional Office Cordillera (PRO CAR), under the leadership of PBGEN ERICSON D. DILAG, Regional Director, formally concluded the 30th Police Community Relations (PCR) Month celebration with a culminating ceremony held at the PRO CAR Log Cabin, Camp Major Bado Dangwa, La Trinidad, Benguet on July 31, 2025.

The event was graced by Atty. Henry M. Dungala, Acting Regional Director of the National Police Commission-CAR, who served as the Guest of Honor and Speaker.

Upon his arrival, Atty. Dungala was warmly received by PCOL FREDDIE M LAZONA, Chief of the Regional Community Affairs and Development Division, who served as the police host.

The highlight of the ceremony was the recognition of outstanding personnel and units for their exemplary contributions to police-community relations across the region. Medalya ng Kasanayan (PNP Efficiency Medal) and Plaque of Recognition were awarded to:

– PCOL BYRON B TEGUI-IN – Outstanding Police Community Affairs and Development (PCAD) Senior PCO.

– PMAJ WILLY D DUMANSI – Outstanding PCAD Junior PCO.

– PMSg Wilmark B Pilo – Outstanding PCAD Senior PNCO.

– PSSg Caleb Zimran F Filog – Outstanding PCAD Junior PNCO.

– NUP Elizabeth C Cedo – Best Non-Uniformed Personnel.

– Mountain Province Police Provincial Office (PPO) – Best PCAD PPO for CY 2025.

– Buguias Municipal Police Station (MPS) – Best PCAD MPS for CY 2025, and

– PRO CAR Regional Public Information Office – Best Outstanding Social Networking Sites Team.

In his message, Atty. Dungala lauded PRO CAR’s steadfast commitment to law enforcement and community partnership, stressing the importance of public involvement in achieving a safer, more progressive Cordillera.

“As we end this celebration, let it not be the end of our efforts. Let this be a renewed commitment to continue bridging the gap between the police and the public, to continue strengthening our institutions, and to continue building a Bagong Pilipinas where safety is not just the desire of the police—it is the lived reality of the people,” he added.

As a token of appreciation, PBGEN DILAG presented a plaque of appreciation to Atty. Dungala for his valuable presence and inspiring message during the event.

This year’s celebration carried the theme, “Sa Bagong Pilipinas, ang Gusto ng Pulis, Ligtas Ka!”—a call to action that reaffirms the Philippine National Police’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of every Filipino as part of the administration’s vision for a renewed and progressive nation.

The 30th PCR Month served not only as a commemoration of successful partnerships but also as a reminder of the essential role that community engagement plays in effective policing. Through strengthened collaboration, trust-building, and shared responsibility, PRO CAR continues to champion a brand of service that is inclusive, people-centered, and anchored on genuine public trust. (RPIO PRO CAR / File Photos)