LEGAZPI CITY, June 11 -- The Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) will deploy 4,814 police personnel, along with support units and force multipliers from partner agencies, to ensure a safe and orderly observance of the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence on June 12, the agency said Thursday.

PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Erosito Miranda assured that all necessary measures are in place to maintain peace and security without compromising fundamental rights to peaceful assembly and free expression.

Forces will be positioned in key public areas and event sites to provide police visibility, traffic management, perimeter security, checkpoint operations, and rapid response.

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Management units and ...