03/02/2026
Thank you to our friends from PNP - Acting CD PCOL Restituto P. Lacano, Jr. , PLTCOL Emerson L Alipit, Force Commander of ADN PMFC, RACU-13 Chief Col. Lemuel Gonda, and PLTCOL RANDIE M. AZOTE, Force Commander BCMF for attending our office blessing....
Special thanks too to our City Prosecutor Aljay Go and Provincial Prosecutor Danny Serrano and to the legal community - Atty. Noel Anthony Libres, Congressional District Head Atty. William Christian Dela Cruz and the City Legal Chief Atty. Cisco Franz Maclang.....
Press Release
03 February 2026
BCPO Attends the Opening of Regional Trial Court Branch 33
BUTUAN CITY – The Butuan City Police Office (BCPO), spearheaded by PCol. Restituto P. Lacano Jr, Acting City Director, attended the formal opening of the Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 33 at the Hall of Justice, Brgy Libertad, Butuan City, under Hon. Isah J. Echem-Tangonan, Presiding Judge of RTC Branch 33.
The event marked a significant milestone in strengthening the local justice system, aimed at improving access to justice and expediting case resolution in Butuan City. The presence of BCPO underscored the police force’s continued commitment to supporting the judiciary and fostering stronger coordination among justice sector stakeholders.
The establishment of RTC Branch 33 is expected to help decongest existing courts and enhance the efficiency of judicial processes, contributing to peace, order, and the rule of law in the city.