The Lapu-Lapu City Government is strengthening security in schools following the Aug. 18 shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University that left two students dead, including the alleged shooter.
Mayor Ma. Cynthia “Cindi” King-Chan expressed condolences to the victims’ families and the Ateneo de Zamboanga community, stressing the need to keep schools safe for students.
“Dili unta mahitabo nga ang atong mga anak mahadlok sulod mismo sa ilang eskwelahan,” King-Chan said.
King-Chan said the city is coordinating with the Lapu-Lapu City Police Office (LCPO), barangay officials and the Department of Education (DepEd) to strengthen security measures in schools.
She also directed PCol. Agosto Daskeo to increase police visibility in and around schools and maintain close coordination with school administrators following the Zamboanga incident.
“Naa na tay mga lakang para maprotektahan ang atong mga estudyante, pero dili ta mag-kompyansa. We must remain vigilant and continue strengthening school security,” she said.
The mayor said the city will continue working with concerned agencies to address security concerns and protect students, teachers and other school personnel.
“Among buhaton ang tanan nga atong mahimo aron malikayan nga mahitabo sa atong syudad ang susamang trahedya,” King-Chan said.
She also offered her sympathies and prayers to the victims, their families and the Ateneo de Zamboanga community.
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