DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) director Col Mannan C. Muarip joined the Muslim community for Salatul Jumu’ah (Friday Prayer) at Masjid Abayon in Calinan on Friday, Aug. 1, as part of the initiative to promote inclusive policing and build stronger relationships.
Following the prayer, Muarip engaged in a dialogue with Muslim religious and community leaders.
He used the opportunity to seek their active support for the DCPO’s anti-criminality programs, with a particular focus on combating illegal drugs.
In his message, Muarip underscored the devastating impact of drug abuse, describing it as a “social menace that destroys not only the life of the individual involved but also affects families and undermines the well-being and peace of the entire community.”
He emphasized that lasting progress and safety can only be achieved through “collective responsibility and mutual cooperation.”
The engagement reflects the DCPO’s strategy to move beyond traditional law enforcement by promoting trust and a collaborative approach to community issues.
The discussion was framed around the shared values of righteousness and peace, with the advisory citing an Islamic verse (Surah Al-Ma’idah, 5:2) that encourages cooperation in piety.
“Through respect, dialogue, and cooperation, we can stand united against all forms of criminality and protect the future of our communities,” the DCPO stated, solidifying its message of partnership with the Muslim population in its shared goal of a safe and drug-free society.
