As part of the intensified preparation for the upcoming 2025 National and Local Elections, the 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗮 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻,, led by 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗠𝗔𝗝 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗘 𝗠 𝗦𝗨𝗚𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗜, conducted a 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲 (𝗦𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗫-𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗫) on April 10, 2025. The focus: a possible 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼—a timely and relevant exercise as the country heads toward another crucial electoral event.

Before the simulation, PMAJ Sugian conducted a detailed briefing at 8:00 AM where he underscored the need for alertness, discipline, and prompt response. He reminded all participants to give their best, as simulations like these are vital to assessing readiness and refining coordinated action.

In the simulated incident, the COMELEC Representative and school teacher of Panikihan Elementary School reported to the Pola MPS Tactical Operations Center (TOC) that unknown individuals forcibly took election paraphernalia while en route to the COMELEC Office. Reacting swiftly, COMELEC-deputized police officers PCpl Mark Aris R. Ferrera and PCpl Cristian F. Fortu initiated pursuit, while the duty TOC relayed the information to the COP.

PMAJ Sugian immediately activated the response team, with PMSg Jordan M. Ilagan, Intel PNCO, leading covert personnel to the reported area. At the same time, PLT Giovanni V. Selda, Quick Response Team (QRT) Leader, established a checkpoint along the national highway in Brgy. Batuhan. At approximately 9:29 AM, the suspect vehicle was flagged down, the paraphernalia recovered, and the suspects were taken into custody for proper documentation and disposition. A full inventory and personnel check followed under the supervision of PMAJ Sugian.

In attendance during the simulation was 𝗣𝗟𝗧𝗖𝗢𝗟 𝗝𝗔𝗡 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗫𝗜𝗦 𝗕 𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗔Ñ𝗘𝗭 , 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 1𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗠𝗙𝗖 𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗣𝗢, who also served as Red Teaming Officer. He commended the overall conduct of the activity, citing good preparation, clear role designation, and effective coordination among all participating personnel.

While some areas were identified for fine-tuning—such as gear completeness and clarity in communication—PLTCOL Basañez emphasized these as natural points for improvement in any exercise and noted that the simulation achieved its primary goals. His feedback served as a constructive reminder to uphold high standards, especially as we approach election season.

During the post-activity debriefing, PLTCOL Basañez congratulated the Pola MPS and all participants for their proactive engagement and commitment to operational excellence. He encouraged the team to maintain this level of preparedness and professionalism, stressing the importance of continuous learning and readiness.

This simulation exercise reflects the PNP’s collective effort to safeguard democracy, ensuring that all law enforcement personnel are equipped with the skills and mindset to respond to any election-related threat.