TACLOBAN CITY — Eastern Visayas has welcomed a new police regional director, B/Gen. Jay Cumigad, who has replaced B/Gen. Reynaldo Pawid.
Prior to his appointment, Cumigad served as the head of the Philippine National Police (PNP) Highway Patrol Group. His appointment as the regional director for Eastern Visayas took effect on Wednesday, October 9.
Pawid, who had held the position since October of last year, has been reassigned to the Directorate for Operations at the PNP national headquarters.
While Cumigad’s formal assumption ceremony is yet to take place, a turnover event was held at Camp B/Gen. Rafael T. Crame, presided over by PNP Chief, Police Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil.
Marbil had previously served as the regional director of the Eastern Visayas police from August 15, 2022, to May 2, 2023.
In his assumption speech, Cumigad expressed optimism about his new role and the responsibilities it entails, particularly regarding public safety for the upcoming national and local elections on May 12, 2025.
“The collective efforts of our officers will drive positive changes across Eastern Visayas, fostering a safer and more secure environment for the communities we serve,” he said.
In his farewell message, Pawid extended his gratitude to the men and women of PNP-8 for their unwavering support during his tenure.
“As I pass on the mantle of leadership, I am confident that Police Regional Office 8 is in capable hands under the guidance of B/Gen. Cumigad,” he remarked.
(JOEY A. GABIETA/LIZBETH A. ABELLA)
