ABOUT US

General Information of
PRO6 Area of Responsibility

Region 6 or Western Visayas is the land of friendly and affabble Ilonggos. It is a beautiful region blessed with many picturesque scenes, vast natural resources, rich cultural heritage and magnificent race.
It is located in Central Philippine between two inter-island bodies of water: the Sibuyan Sea and Visayas Sea. Geographically, the region is defined by grid coordinates 121º 5' West to 123º 2' 30" East longitude and 9º 25' South to 12º 12' 30" North latitude. Western Visayas has a total land area of 20,223 square kilometers which is approximately 6.7% of the total land area of the Philippines. This region is composed of six(6) provinces with Aklan having 1,816.90; Antique - 2,522.00; Capiz - 3,633.20; Iloilo - 4,719.42; Guimaras - 604.40 and Negros Occidental - 7,926.95.

The Panay Island comprises the province of Aklan, Antique, Capiz, and Iloilo. There are eleven(11) cities, 122 municipalities and 4048 barangays in the region. The City of Iloilo is the regional administrative center and the regional center of trade, commerce, industry, education, culture and government. Bacolod City in Negros Occidental is another popular city in the region.

Region 6 is also subdivided in seventeen(17) congressional districts. The provinces of Aklan and Antique are represented by one district each; Capiz with two districts; the cities of Iloilo and Bacolod with one distinct congressional district each; Iloilo province has five(5) districts and Negros Occidental has six(6) districts.
Based on the 01 Sept. 1995 census of population, Western Visayas has a total population of 5,776,938 broken down as follows: Aklan 410,539; Antique 431,713; Capiz 624,469; Guimaras 126,469; Iloilo 1,415,022; Negros Occidental 2,031,841; Iloilo City 334,539 and Bacolod City 402,345.
Rice and corn are the most widely planted food crops in the region, with Iloilo having the largest area devoted to its propagation that is why it is known as the "bread basket of the nation." These two major food crops are produced in surplus in the region and are supplied to other regions. Sugarcane is the most widely planted commercial crop in the region particularly in Negros Occidental which is known as the "sugar bowl of the Philippine." It has the largest area planted with this crop (97% of the country's sugarcane area) and has the highest total sugarcane production which is 89%.

Region 6 is also sufficient in poultry and livestock. As of 1990 production report, poultry and livestock accounted for 42,037 heads of cattle/carabao, 1,172,752 swine, 170,288 goats, 28,321,916 chicken and 5,824,766 heads of ducks.. Likewise, Region 6 is noted for its rich and abundant fish and marine resources. Iloilo ranked second to Navotas in fish production. As of latest report, Region 6 has a total area of 68,031.20 hectares of bangus farm with a total production of 102,046.80 metric ton(mt). Prawn farms has a total area 8,258.80 hectares with a total production of 8,258.80 mt. Marine and or aqua-cultured prawns is one of the biggest dollar earner industry in the region.
There are 3,785 public and private schools in the region as of 1998, 83% of these schools offer elementary level education while the rest offer secondary (14%) and tertiary (3%) levels. Iloilo and Negros Occidental have the biggest number of schools totaling 1,302 and 1,119 respectively. Iloilo has the biggest number of elementary, secondary and tertiary level schools.

Financial institutions in Region 6 recorded a total of 391, of which, 108 are commercial banks, 23 thrift banks, 115 rural banks and non-banks financial institutions. Negros Occidental has the biggest number of these institutions except for rural banks, of which Iloilo has the most number totaling to 35, while Antique has the least with 31 establishments.
Approximately, there are 2,353,245 registered voters in Region 6. Out of this figures, 973,480 or 41.36% are from Negros Occidental, followed by Iloilo province with 781,875 or 33% then by Capiz 261,566 or 11%, Aklan 161,967 or 7%, Antique 164,347 or 6.98% and Guimaras with 10,825 or 0.46%.
Among the popular and notable tourist points of interest are:

MISSION

          The PRO6  shall enforce the law, prevent and control crimes, maintain peace and order, and ensure public safety and internal security with the active support of the community leading towards a progressive Western Visayas region. 

VISION FOR REGIONAL POLICE OFFICE 6
     

       A professional, dynamic and highly motivated PRO6, trusted and suported by the Western Visayas community, regarded as one of the most credible institutions nationwide, and ranked as the best PRO in the entire PNP and among the best in Asia.

VISION FOR WESTERN VISAYAS REGION
         

     
         The most peaceful, safest and best secured region in the Philippines and internationally regarded as "globally competitive;" such that our people and their guest from here and abroad, especially foreign investors and tourist, could freely go, and legally do and say what they want anytime, anywhere in the region, without fear of anything or anyone.

         History of PRO6

 
           The Police Regional Office 6 traces its roots from defunct Philippine Constabulary (PC) and the different local police forces in the Philippines. In 1975, these were integrated pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 765 with the Philippine Constabulary as its nucleus. The emerging organization become known as Philippine Constabulary/ Integrated National Police (PC/INP). The set-up of this organization followed the organization with four (4) Philippine Constabulary Zones and with Provincial Commands in each provinces.  

          The First PC Zone (1PCZ) covers central and northern Luzon. Second PC Zone (2PCZ) covers Southern Tagalog and Bicol Regions. The Third PC Zone (3PCZ) has three (3) regions in the Visayas as its area of operational responsibility, and the Fourth PC Zone (4PCZ) covers the whole Mindanao.  

          PC/INP Regional Command 6 was born on the heels of the election and organization of the Interim Batasang Pambansa. Its birth comes on the basis of several Presidential Letter of Instructions. Foremost of which was PLOI 382 dated 11 March 1976 which called for the sustained restructuring, renovation and strengthening of the then Department of National Defense and the Armed Forces of the Philippines to enable the whole organization to cope more effectively with its continuing crucial role in meeting new and expanding challenges in both domestic and national security requirements.  

          Two years and two months thereafter PLOI 689 dated 11 May 1978 specifically called for the regionalization of the PC/INP Command to conform with the socio-political subdivisions of the country. Considering the need for closer coordination and cooperation with other government agencies, the PC/INP was reorganized along the regional concept. The former 3rd PC Zone was divided into three (3) PC/INP Regional Commands, namely: PC/INP Regional Command 6 with headquarters at Camp Martin Delgado, Iloilo City; PC/INP Regional Command 7 with headquarters at Camp Sergio Osmeña, Cebu City; and, PC/INP Regional Command 8 with headquarters at Camp September 21st Movement, Palo, Leyte.  
          In 1990, the Philippine Congress enacted Republic Act No. 6975, which deactivated the PC/INP and replace it with Philippine National Police (PNP) effective 01 January 1991. The former PC/INP Regional Commands were renamed as Police Regional Offices in October 1996. Thus, the former PC/INP Regional Command 6 became Police Regional Office 6.  
  
Martin Delgado  
        PRO6 headquarters is based at Camp Martin Delgado, Iloilo City since its creation in 1978. The camp adapted its name from one of the greatest revolutionaries, a valiant soldier, leader, good politician and a hero in the Visayas who fought against the Spaniards during the Spanish era. Martin Delgado. At 25, he became Tiente Mayor, Capitan Municipal and Juez de Paz of Sta. Barbara, Iloilo. He was popularly known as Tan Delgado to the Spaniards and to his fellowmen. In May 4, 1889, he was declared as Capitan de los Voluntarios in his hometown. In that same year, the revolutionaries of Capiz and Antique were driven out by the Spanish Forces forcing them to retreat to Iloilo and be united with other brave Ilonggos. They formed a group called "Comite Conspirador." This organization was tasked to take charge in the uprising against Spain in Iloilo. These young Ilonggos were: Martin Delgado, Roque Lopez, Raymundo Melliza, Ramon Avacencia, Fernando Salas, Fernando Villanueva, Angel Cortez, Jovito Yusay, and  Teresa Magbanua. 

 
          Delgado was then the captain of the Cuerpo Voluntarios, and organization formed to help and support Spain. Most of the members of the unit of the Cuerpo, like Martin, were active members of the Comite Conspirador. This unit encouraged the mass conscription for the Ilonggo Revolutionary Army. In October 1898, Tan Delgado headed the revolutionary army and liberated the province of Iloilo including Iloilo City and Jaro Molo, where the Spanish Forces ditched their last stand.  
  
Ilonggo's Heritage: Fort San Pedro  
          Today, Camp Martin Delgado as well as several government agencies maintain their respective offices within Fort San Pedro, Iloilo City or otherwise called Fort Nuestra Senora del Rosario. It was built between 1603 and 1616. Stones for its wall was cut out of Guimaras rocks and coral stones from along the Panay Coast.  

          The Fort followed the design then in vogue for military fortifications particularly found in Europe and Spain. It measures 60 x 60 meters with battlements jutting out each corner two of which look in Guimaras strait since Fort San Pedro was planned to defend from invading forces expected to come by the sea. The wall is approximately 12 feet high from low tide of the sea and 30 feet thick. The almost solid battlements tunnels out for drainage's armory and stores also contained living spaces with underground dungeons.

  
          Dutch Squadron inaugurated the Fort in 1617 that repulse after help from Manila came. It was after this action that the fort commander who survived, crawling through ruins of the wall at some point and what remained of some structures that were burned by Dutch incendiary flares, found a statue of the Virgin of the Holy Rosary and in honor a thanksgiving mass was celebrated.

  
          The Fort served as a sentinel for the town and province of Iloilo. Using coconut trunks tied to one another and ringed the walls with sand bags between the palisades, the Fort afforded protection against improved explosives fired from cannons. 
          In February 1899, United States navy ships bombarded the Fort and has taken it. From 1900 to 1941, the Fort served as a garrison for the Armed Forces and the Constabulary. During the War with the Japanese, it was used to camp the surrenderees and captured USAFFE forces operating in Panay. In the first few weeks of March 1945 the Fort, the city and all Japanese principal installations was devastated by the bombers and ships  of the returning United States forces. 
          After the war, the city authorities decided to clear the Fort side of shambles after they had reconciled themselves to the fact that the fort was no more. 

          The role played by the Fort in the history of Iloilo City hinges well to the idea of creating a heightened sense of awareness linking the past to the city and its people of today. It provides a living reminders to the Ilonggos of their heritage, their cultural and spiritual roots. As a tourist attraction, the fort provides the orientation for the easy understanding of the distinctive characteristic, the ambiance and the aura of Iloilo. 

          Fort San Pedro or Fort Nuestra Señora del Rosario represents only a portion of the Ilonggos Heritage - that of the colonial period, but it represents many use of evolution and changes that had shaped and influenced the city itself and its people. Fort San Pedro which has stood the time retaining to Iloilo, now emblazoned on the zeal of the city, as a mute testimony but vivid reminder of the significance of the Fort to the identity of this "La Muy Leal Y NobleCiudad."  
 

THE  PRO6  LOGO

(Official Zeal of PRO6)

 
The  Police Regional Office 6 (PRO6) Logo is a distinctive symbol of unity, solidarity and teamwork among the officers, men and women of the PNP in Western Visayas. Its design is the manifestation of an earnest desire for recognition as one of the best national institution in the country. This PRO6 Logo is the embodiment of a vision for a Dynamic and Professional PNP in Region 6. Each component of the PRO6 Logo stands for the following: 
PRO6   -   The alphabetical and numerical designation of the PNP Office in the Region pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. DPL 96-01. 

HEXAGON   -   The sixth region in the country. 

RED BORDER   -   The ventures of Valor that every policeman must uphold in the performance of his job. 

EIGHT RAYS   -   The six (6) provinces and two (2) chartered cities within the territorial jurisdiction of the PRO6. 

SUN   -   A radiating hope for peace and development to prevail in the Western Visayas, in the whole country and rest of the World.

 
GOLDEN SALAKOT AND NECKLACE   -   The protective responsibility by the PNP over the islands of Western Visayas. In the past, Panay was bought by a Bornean Datu from the Negritos with a Golden Salakot and a Necklace. Thereafter, settlers spread over the whole of Western Visayas and established communities which grew to what they are today. The Golden Salakot and Necklace also symbolize a continuing people's support for peace and order in pursuit of our PNP vision and the Community Oriented Policing Systems (COPS). 

BLUE BACK FRAME AND SCROLL   -   The vision for a professional, dynamic and well motivated PRO6, a PNP unit in the Western Visayas that upholds the motto: Service, Honor and Justice.

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