The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reported a significant decline in crime incidents nationwide, attributing this positive trend to their aggressive drive to maintain peace and order. PNP Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil announced that official records from all 17 police regional offices indicate a notable decrease in the overall crime rate.
According to the PNP, there has been a 26.76% drop in focus crimes from January 1 to February 14, 2025, compared to last year. Focus crimes include theft, robbery, rape, murder, homicide, physical injury, and carnapping of motorcycles and motor vehicles. Among these, rape cases saw the most significant decline, plummeting by 50.6% from 1,261 cases in early 2024 to 623 cases this year.
Gen. Marbil emphasized that these figures reflect the PNP’s commitment to ensuring safer communities. He attributed the decline in crime rates to sustained law enforcement efforts, including heightened police visibility in high-crime areas, intensified intelligence and investigative operations to dismantle criminal networks, and the expanded use of digital platforms and surveillance technologies to enhance crime detection and response.
The PNP Chief also highlighted the importance of community collaboration in crime prevention. He noted that social media has played a dual role in increasing public awareness of crime while serving as a vital detection, prevention, and resolution tool. “Crimes may seem more visible because they go viral on social media, but what’s crucial is that the same platforms help speed up investigations and bring criminals to justice,” Marbil said.
Year-on-year data also reflects a 7.31% decrease in focus crimes, with 41,717 incidents recorded in 2023 compared to 38,667 in 20242. Gen. Marbil reiterated the PNP’s commitment to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s vision of a safer and more secure Philippines through proactive law enforcement and community engagement.
In conclusion, the PNP’s aggressive drive to maintain peace and order has yielded positive results, as evidenced by the nationwide decline in crime incidents. The PNP continues to evolve, using data-driven strategies and modern technology to stay ahead of criminals and ensure the safety and security of communities across the Philippines.
