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The Philippine National Police is coordinating with local government units to implement its goal of a "five-minute emergency response" policy.According to newly installed PNP chief Nicolas Torre III, the Quezon City police had been implementing the quick response policy for crimes and emergencies in the city since 2022.Now, he wants to expand the program to other areas in the country.“Nagawa na natin yan sa Quezon City police noong ako ay assistant director noong 2022.
On Wednesday, Torre said that police boxes and police community precincts will be deactivated as cops are expected to receive requests for response through 911 calls.“Ang LGU ay ating katuwang sa pag-implement ng mga programs na ito... Malaking tulong at major partner natin ang LGU," said Torre.Far-flung areasWhile the set response time is for highly urbanized areas, the PNP chief said the police will respond at a reasonable time in far-flung areas.
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