A significant leadership reorganization within the Pampanga Police Provincial Office (PPO) has placed new officers at the helm of several municipal police stations and key provincial units. The changes were formalized during a turnover ceremony held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the Pampanga PPO headquarters.
New Chiefs Assume Command in Municipalities and City
The ceremony, spearheaded by Colonel Eugene Marcelo, the Provincial Director of the Pampanga PPO, saw the designation of new acting chiefs of police. This reshuffle is part of a strategic move to reinvigorate police leadership and operations across the province. The newly installed municipal police chiefs are:
- Lieutenant Colonel Fercel Deloria for the Magalang Municipal Police Station.
- Lieutenant Colonel Julius A. Javier for the Mexico Municipal Police Station.
- Lieutenant Colonel Julius C. Alvaro for the Candaba Municipal Police Station.
- Lieutenant Colonel Julito A. Ravena II for the Porac Municipal Police Station.
Furthermore, the City of San Fernando Police Station will now be under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Pearl Joy C. Gollayan.
Strategic Appointments at the Provincial Level
Beyond the municipal and city assignments, the Pampanga PPO reshuffle also affected crucial provincial offices. These appointments are designed to enhance administrative and operational capabilities at the provincial command level. The officers receiving new provincial assignments include:
- Lieutenant Colonel Jesus Obillo Manalo Jr., designated as the Deputy Provincial Director for Administration.
- Lieutenant Colonel Romeo Castro, named as the chief of the Provincial Intelligence Unit.
- Lieutenant Colonel Jose Chalmar Gundaya, appointed as chief of the Provincial Police Strategy Management Unit and officer-in-charge of the Human Rights Affairs Office.
Director's Call for Dedicated Service
During the ceremony, Colonel Marcelo addressed the newly designated officials, urging them to perform their duties with unwavering dedication and commitment to public service. He emphasized the critical role of the police force in maintaining community safety and upholding public trust.
Marcelo highlighted the importance of their mission, stating that strengthening peace and order is foundational to a secure community. He left the officers with a clear directive: “Work, work, and work with heart. This is the foundation for fostering peace in our community.” This call to action underscores the PPO's focus on heartfelt and diligent service as the cornerstone of effective policing in Pampanga.
