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202 new police recruits sworn in across Caraga region
The Police Regional Office-13 has formally inducted 202 rookie officers in San Francisco, Agusan del Sur, as part of the Philippine National Police's 2026 recruitment drive. The new personnel are expected to bolster law enforcement capacity across the Caraga region.
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A total of 202 newly recruited police officers took their oath of office Wednesday in San Francisco, Agusan del Sur, formally joining the ranks of the Philippine National Police under the 2026 Attrition and Regular Recruitment Program. The ceremony marked a significant milestone for the Police Regional Office-13, which oversees law enforcement operations across the Caraga region in Mindanao. PRO-13 director Brig. Gen. Rolindo Suguilon presided over the oath-taking proceedings, underscoring the importance of the fresh recruitment intake to regional policing efforts. The new recruits represent the latest cohort to complete the PNP's training and qualification requirements, positioning them to address public safety demands across their assigned jurisdictions. The swearing-in ceremony reflects the national police force's ongoing efforts to strengthen personnel capacity and operational capabilities in the Mindanao region.