The Police Regional Office in the Caraga Region (PRO-13) launched a new mobile application on Monday designed to make crime reporting and police assistance more accessible to residents and tourists.
The app, called AGAP Caraga, integrates location-based technology to allow users to report crimes, request police help, receive public safety alerts and connect with the nearest police station in real time.
“This initiative reflects PRO-13’s commitment to leveraging technology in the service of public safety,” PRO-13 Director Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano said during the launch.
Abrahano said the platform is expected to enhance police responsiveness and reinforce community security through faster communication and coordination.
AGAP stands for Alerto (Alert), Giya (Guide), Andam (Preparedness), and Paglikay (Avoidance), a public safety framework developed by PRO-13 to promote awareness, prevention, and readiness in emergency situations.
In preparation for the rollout, select personnel from various police stations underwent two days of hands-on training to ensure effective app use and implementation.
Authorities said the mobile app aligns with PRO-13’s core strategy of “Prepare, Prevent and Respond” and empowers the public to take an active role in maintaining peace and order across the region.