I still remember when an article brought this issue up 7 yrs ago, but it seems like nothing happened. Did the PNP install this Global Positioning System device yet to their vehicles?

I think Quezon City started it already thru the initiative of its Mayor Belmonte. Other City Mayors are taking the cue and are also planning.

They should also include video cams to record chase and arrest. Same with raiding parties so they could document any encounters and study what went wrong and review how they could improve tactics. It would also prove any actions taken.

And there should be a communication center controlling the whereabouts (10-20) of all roving police cars so that every movement is recorded on tape and the places they venture out. This way they cannot cheat or lie their 10-20 because there were instances when patrol cars where asked where their 10-20 was and replied and gave their position at Luneta instead of Divisoria.

This will help checking cops who muck around while on duty engaging in extra-curricular activities filling out their pockets or indulging if not frequenting in Massage Parlor or places where ill-repute women practice their trade.

That was what Mayor Belmonte showed in the news feature. It shows the exact location of the patrol cars because of the GPS with an electronic map at the Command Center.

Around our place, there are not enough police cars to patrol the city. With the ones they currently have, they would sometimes ask for 'pang gasolina' if they get a call.

Installing electronic map in the communication center involves huge budget as it will also deal with programming every patrol or police car into the system, but, there is no price for effectiveness. No matter how expensive it is to run and maintain, it is still worth the taxpayer's money that can be remunerated by the reliability of police operations.

Here in New Zealand the five major cities of Wellington (the capital), Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin and Hamilton has only one Communication Command Center based in Auckland because of it's central location and also the largest city of the country.
A police call out in Christchurch which is about 3,000 kilometers away can be picked up by the Command Center and re-enforcement can be done by air in no time if needed from Auckland.

Had it not been of the corruption in our bureaucracy, we can afford these highly sophisticated tools for our police. When can this be ?

Do you guys have any articles to support this claim about the quezon city police gps-equipped vehicles? Thank you. :thumb:

Akal ko ba eh Quezon city? Ito palang Makati sity meron nang GPS ang mobile security forces nila:

December 6, 2005


(Philippine Daily Inquirer via NewsEdge) The Makati City government has finished installing global positioning system (GPS) gear in 35 of its mobile vehicles, beefing up the city's security and emergency response capabilities.
:patrioticpinoy:

Makati information and community relations head Joey Salgado said it currently took policemen and other rescue operatives 15 minutes to respond to a call for help. With the GPS, they could get to the site of an emergency in just five minutes.


All tracking activities will be supervised at the Makati Command Center. When fully operational, the center can answer emergency calls from various points in the city and immediately dispatch response teams from the police, fire, emergency health and rescue services or other public safety agencies.


© 2005 Philippine Daily Inquirer


© 2005 Dialog, a Thomson business All rights reserved

We have the system but...

Other local gov't units (LGUs) are creating their own like Quezon City, Davao City, Cebu, Cavite and recently...

Makati Command Center

You know the answer of that problem is to have the *69 call-back/caller I.D. system. In this way, the PNP can always charge or penalize the user who makes prank calls. Dont we have one in the philippines? :armyhuh:

Mostly pranksters are cheeky and clever. They use the public pay-phone booth to make their call that makes it hard to trace back the caller.

The police and other emergency services cannot get rid of this. There is much time and resources wasted on this acts of these low-life individuals because response should be made to the call regardless -as the normally followed universal procedures in dealing with emergency calls.

To sort out whether the call was genuine or not is done after the response.

The PNP launched its new project.

They now have a control room monitoring a network of cameras installed across the Metro for monitoring crimes.

They got the idea from the recent ASEAN meeting in Cebu.

Good work, PNP! :thumb:

That's very right!



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This is good and huge project that should be tested before a full blown implementation is enhanced. Considering the enormity and size of the areas covered where these cameras are to be mounted, quite a few thousand units will be needed and the purchase is widely open to corruption as experienced in Cebu City, which is now under investigation for the sky-rocket overpricing of every unit.

And the other issue was whether the cameras met with the standards that satiate it's purpose. The Cebu ones are parallel to useless because of its poor quality and did'nt serve it's purpose.

The last but not the least is the privacy issue.

If all these issues are sorted out, the scheme is more than acceptable after effectivity has been tested through.

The philippines should not only rely on PNP cctv cameras across the street, but we also need most local stores, malls, and banks to have their own cctv cameras installed.

I think that was being considered connecting some with the PNP monitoring system.

BTW,

the only problem is how fast can we install this camera systems in every corner of our Metro.

Good idea....Please add theft guards too. Hmmm I know fully well the Malicious teenagers and drug addicts will be trying to dismantle them and pawn them. The network should be monitored by the Crisis Management Command Centers or EOCs

That's a valid concern.

1) Quality of units.

2) Cost.

3) Theft (as per desertranger)

As for the privacy issue, as long as they dont install in in CRs and private places then that ok.

LGU's are now taking cue. I remember Makati was the first to plan to install such systems right after the London Bombings.

Complete story

:specool:

Good work!

:thumb:

Talaga!? :wow: My beloved city's Police Force has GPS in their cars? we'll thats good

Bakit MPD lang? Other cities in MM should follow suit, Makati, Pasay, Quezon etc..

This could significantly improve the response times of cops to a crime scene.

:thumb:

As I remember, Quezon City was the first and was even featured in the news. I'm not quite sure if Makati followed suit since they have their own Command Center.

http://pdff.sytes.net/index.php?showtopic=3018

bros,
according to my friend-who was part of the gps project, the mpd was chosen as the pilot unit to receive the said equipments...and from the looks of it eventually the other districts including the ncr command will follow suit...

re the qcpd's gps from what i heard they are presently non-operational as the city gov't has ceased funding it...too bad the qcpd did not have enough funds to continue it...but things will soon turn goods as the other police districts are to be equiped by the new gps system in the very near future...also, the new gps system used by the mpd is far better & accurate...this will definitely improve the pnp's fight against criminality! :aberet:

Thanks for all your intputs folks! I couldn't believe its already 2 yrs have passed since i opened up this thread....

Anyway, with all these gudgets like the gps to be installed on their police cars, i hope saver's suggestion of onboard cameras would materialized some day, and on top of this, i hope they would consider to install some onboard laptop computers as well to fully utilize this new capabilities for our PNP vehicles. That onboard laptops have computer programs that can actually check every license plate of any vehicles on the road by the cops randomly.

PNP unveils state-of-the-art operations center

Modern technology at the national headquarters of the Philippine National Police will allow central monitoring and coordinating of all 1,600 police stations in the country especially during national disasters.

PNP Chief Director General Avelino Razon Jr. will formally unveil Monday the newly refurbished and reconfigured National Operations Center (NOC) in Camp Crame, which will be powered by modern communication, imaging, and teleconferencing technology.

The new equipment include LCD monitors that can see everything within the range of CCTV cameras installed in strategic locations around Metro Manila, and the electronic tracking system to monitor the deployment of mobile units thru global positioning system (GPS).

Through the NOC can give operational and tactical direction to all field units, and provide the PNP with real-time monitoring of the ground situation.

"This will ensure effective command and control of all PNP units anywhere in the country," Razon said.

"With technology, even the smallest PNP unit is never out of reach by the National Headquarters," the PNP chief said.

Chief Superintendent Constante Azares Jr., chief of the PNP-NOC, explained that his shop is the heart of all PNP ground operations from the rural hinterlands to the urban centers.

"The NOC is the hub and never center of all PNP operations and activities nationwide. All deployments, movement of troops and police operations are monitored, coordinated and directed from this facility," Azares said.

In Metro Manila, the PNP-NOC keeps track of the daily situation thru an electronic network linked with the NCRPO and the five Police Districts.

Recently, the NOC figured prominently in coordinating search, rescue and recovery operations during the height of typhoon Frank.

At the unveiling rites Sunday, Razon will formalize a memorandum of agreement with PLDT Smart Foundation Chairman Manuel Pangilinan, and PLDT/Smart Foundation president Butch Melly.

PLDT/Smart is supporting the upgrade and modernization of the PNP-NOC thru its nationwide network of voice, SMS, and data communication system.

The PLDT/Smart Foundation will also donate P1-million for the educational scholarship of PNP dependents.

http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=124245

Seems what we hope and dreamed for is becoming into reality. Hopefully if we are able to lessen the internal security problem, our AFP could focus on our modernization as well.

One vital service is being neglected though.

The 117 NATIONWIDE HOTLINE.

111 na nga pala dapat din.

http://pdff.sytes.net/index.php?showtopic=5266

MPD taps into law enforcement database

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

The Manila Police District (MPD) will launch today a new crime-fighting scheme that involves linking up with the database of three law enforcement agencies.

The scheme, called Automatic License Plate Recognition System (ALPRS), uses a Blackberry wireless device linked to the database of the National Bureau of Investigation, Land Transportation Office and Highway Patrol Group.

According to MPD director Chief Superintendent Roberto Rosales, the LTO link-up will enable police mobile patrol units to instantly verify driver’s licenses and vehicle registration. Close-circuit television cameras installed on police cars will capture the vehicle’s license plates and instantly compare them with the database of “hot cars.” Once a license plate is tagged, an alert is sent to all mobile patrol units to arrest the driver and seize the vehicle. The MPD is the first police force in the country to use the ALPRS, which is currently being used by the police worldwide, Rosales added.

“This preventive measure is expected to deter criminals from roaming around using stolen cars. It will also protect our policemen since they can verify license plates from a safe distance,” Rosales said.

The launching of the ALPRS will coincide with today’s blessing and inauguration of the MPD chapel and the police headquarter’s multi-purpose hall built at more than P5 million, which came from the Countrywide Development Fund of Manila Rep. Amado Bagatsing. – Nestor Etolle

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Metro&p=...aid=20080922108

It's a long overdue embrace with technology. Better late than never anyway.

Problem is many vehicles are still roaming the streets without license plates. Even some PNP and AFP vehicles dont have license plates.

worse, ... some cops dont have a gun yet! :dunno:

bili muna baril para sa lahat ng pulis bagu kotse. baka magkasilipan at mauwi sa kickbak issue yan.

It puts the public into a whirlpool of aghast by this rotten example. It is the very root cause of the failure to implement even the simplest laws of the land.

It virtually wipes out the public's respect to the men in uniform. The mentality and concept of these policemen and military personnel in the pursuit of their sworn duties falls under the third world kind. ( Reference to Mazingu's post )

True.

In fact, I just wired some money yesterday as my contribution for my half-brother's gun. He just became a PO1 but the PNP did not issue him a service pistol (waitlisted for 6 months :armyeek: ) so the family decided to raise funds instead.

I have to agree with sir mazingu, this program will not be effective unless the No Plate No Travel policy is strictly enforced.

Just like Sir Topp said. Better late than never.

Cameras onboard can work as support in apprehending lawless elements. It could also check on police operations as what is being done in the U.S. and the PNP can learn and improve their skills.

As for the usual police mentality, it still will be a long process. A culture change has to be made.

As for the equipping of our policemen, this is being addressed. Hopefully with the changes of leadership in the PNP, programs that is beneficial to the organization should be pursued and not replaced with new programs that would return back from the start.

http://pdff.sytes.net/index.php?showtopic=3502&st=30

Thanks saver for the updates! Yeah overdue nayan talaga... napansin ko rin na gumagamit narin ang mga police cruisers natin ng blinkers & strobe lights. Tsaka mas maganda rin sana kung lagyan narin nila ng rear amber/hazard blinker lights para kung naka parada sila habang may hinuhuli pati mga screen-dividers to protect the cops from their rear passengers (suspects).

Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBC_zsp1quE

Sana next time lagyan narin ng blinkers sa headlights and rear dashboards. :armysmile:

Meron din kaya silang ganito:

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Police-specific equipment
Police officers additional equipment may include:

Two way radio - One of the most important pieces of equipment in modern law enforcement, and strongly linked with the development of the police car.[citation needed] Many forces have moved from traditional UHF/VHF sets, which can be monitored externally, to more secure systems, such as those working on a GSM system, such as TETRA

Equipment Consoles - Are used to house two way radios, light and siren switches. Some may be equipped with locking compartments for safe storage of firearms, file compartments and cup holders.

Suspect transport enclosures - These are dividers which ensure that a rear seat passenger (a suspect) is unable to attack the driver or passenger. These may be simple bars or grilles, although they can include bullet proof glass.

Firearm lockers - In certain countries some police vehicles are equipped with lockers in which to store firearms. These are usually tactical firearms such as shotguns or patrol rifles, which would not normally be carried on the person of the officer.

Mobile data terminal - Many police cars are fitted with Mobile Data Terminals (or MDTs), which are connected via wireless methods to the police central computer, and enable the officer to call up information such as vehicle licence details, offender records, and incident logs.

Vehicle tracking system - Some police vehicles, especially traffic units, may be fitted with equipment which will alert the officers to the presence nearby of a stolen vehicle fitted with a special transponder, and guide them towards it, using GPS or simpler radio triangulation

Evidence gathering CCTV - Police vehicles can be fitted with video cameras used to record activity either inside or outside the car. They may also be fitted with sound recording facilities. This can then later be used in a court to prove or disprove witness statements, or act as evidence in itself (such as evidence of a traffic violation)

Automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) - This computerised system uses cameras to observe the number plates of all vehicles passing or being passed by the police car, and alerts the driver or user to any cars which are on a 'watch list' as being stolen, used in crime, or having not paid vehicle duty.

Speed recognition device - Some police cars are fitted with devices to measure the speed of vehicles being followed, such as ProViDa, usually through a system of following the vehicle over 2 points a set distance apart. This is separate to any radar gun device which is likely to be handheld, and not attached to the vehicle.

Remote rear door locking - This enables officers in the front to remotely control the rear locks - usually used in conjunction with a transport enclosure.

Push Bumper (aka Nudge Bars) - Fitted to the chassis of the car and located to augment the front bumper, to allow the car to be used as a battering ram, or to push other vehicles off the road.

Reposted na ata ito:

Manila Police to use WVO from McDonalds
Posted Jul 30th 2008 at 6:03PM by Jeremy Korzeniewski
http://www.autobloggreen.com/2008/07/30/ma...from-mcdonalds/

Filed under: Vegetable Oil, Green Daily, Asia

Police in Manila, the capitol city of the Philippines, have taken up a cool new effort in order to save some green, though they will be spreading some green in the process. It seems that the Police force will be converting its cruisers to run on a mixture of waste vegetable oil (WVO) and diesel fuel. The oil in question will be donated by McDonalds. Other local area restaurants are also considering making similar donations. So far, just one vehicle has had the conversion done, though more are likely to closely follow. If the program in Manila proves successful, other nearby cities are likely to follow suit.

If the government authorities begin using veggie oil, how far could commercial use be behind? Along with the electric Jeepneys which are now proliferating through city centers in the area, the Philippines may just have a green-transportation revolution on their hands.


More:
http://www.topix.com/com/mcd/2008/08/green...cdonalds-grease
http://www.conceptcarsmag.com/cars/philipp...donalds-grease/

Sir Gen Versoza,... we are hoping that this will not be neglected.

as well as the EMERGENCY 111 Hotline.

These two are vital to the success of the whole concept of police-community partnership.

New equipment allows cops to verify stolen cars in seconds

GMANews.TV - 2 hours 1 minute ago

MANILA, Philippines - With new equipment and a direct link to a database of vehicle listings, highway patrol police now have more teeth in detecting and recovering stolen vehicles.

Radio dzBB's Sam Nielsen reported that the Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group (HPG) was given new laptops, communications equipment and a direct access to a vehicles database of the Land Transportation Office (LTO), which is expected to facilitate the verification of suspicious license plates.

PNP-HPG head Chief Superintendent Perfecto Palad said once the database is accessed, highway policemen will now be able to verify a certain license plate and determine whether a vehicle was stolen.

At least eight vehicles from the HPG's Metro Manila unit will be fitted with the first batch of the devices, Palad said. - GMANews.TV

http://ph.news.yahoo.com/gma/20081211/tph-...fy-d6cd5cf.html

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