Undas ’22 ‘generally peaceful, orderly’ according to PNP chief
The traditional observance of All Saints’ Day this year, known as Undas, has been “peaceful and orderly” even though one person died of electrocution and another was arrested for possessing a firearm illegally, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Wednesday.
PNP chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. said no significant incidents were reported in the country except for minor incidents monitored by the regional police offices; the fatal electrocution of a man at the Eternal Peace Memorial Park in Mabalacat City, Pampanga; and the arrest of suspect Mowwamar Kasan whose caliber .22 revolver with two ammunition was confiscated at the entrance of Palanyag Cemetery in San Dionisio village, Parañaque City.
Despite these incidents, Azurin said in a statement on Wednesday that “the national observance of All Saints’ Day this year was generally peaceful and orderly.”
“I extend the gratitude of the national leadership to all PNP units, partner agencies, NGOs, LGUs (local government units), and volunteers for making this happen. These best practices shall henceforth be our template in similar public safety operations for upcoming major public events,” Azurin said.
Police are continuously carrying out public safety operations, especially in cemeteries and other places of convergence.
