• GILBERT P. BAYORAN
The Police Regional Office – Negros Island Region on Monday honored four outstanding police officers, in recognition of their exemplary dedication and outstanding investigative efforts which led to the delivery of justice to the families of the three policemen and a civilian who were killed by their fellow law enforcer last month in Sibulan, Negros Oriental.
Conferred with Medalya ng Kadakilaan for outstanding performance were P/Lt. Col. Edward Gadayos, P/Lt. Col. Lirio Coral, P/Maj. Darlene Catacutan, and PMSg Mark Owen Abol.
The awardees are members of a Special Investigation Task Group tasked to investigate the killing of Sibulan Police Station chief Capt. Jose Edrohil Cimafranca, Senior Master Sgt. Tristan Chua, Patrolman Rey Albert Temblor, and Sheila Mae Dinanao.
The suspect, SSg Bonifacio Saycon, who is now locked up in jail, faces multiple charges in court.
Through their exemplary professionalism, unwavering commitment to duty, and strong collaborative efforts, the team successfully resolved the case with diligence and integrity, a statement from the PRO-NIR said.
Their dedication to thorough investigation, effective coordination, and pursuit of justice significantly contributed to the swift resolution of the incident, thereby reinforcing public trust and confidence in law enforcement, the statement added.*
