Peaceful Holy Week in Metro Manila

Devotees gather at the Plaza Miranda in front of the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila to watch the “Encuentro” or the traditional Salubong procession, which depicts the meeting of the Risen Christ and Mother Mary as part of the Easter Sunday celebration.MANILA, Philippines — The crime volume in Metro Manila dropped by 30.42 percent during the Holy Week, according to the National Capital Region Police Office .

Nartatez also attributed the peaceful observance of the Holy Week to the heightened security measures of police units across the region. Police also coordinated with local government units, other law enforcement agencies and private stakeholders to augment security, according to Nartatez.

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