In his role as Acting Regional Director of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO), PBGen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. (center) conducted the handover of the Manila Police District flag to the incoming MPD District head, PCol. Arnold Thomas C. Ibay (right) during the change of command ceremony at the MPD headquarters on Wednesday, October 18, 2023.

The event was graced by Manila’s Mayor, Honey Lacuna (left), who served as the Guest of Honor and Speaker.

In the photo is the official transfer of command of outgoing MPD Director, Andre P. Dizon to PCol. Arnold Thomas C. Ibay, who assumes his new role as the Director of the Manila Police District, at the MPD’s headquarters on UN Ave. in Manila.

(Benjamin Cuaresma/ai/mnm)