KALIBO, Aklan (PIA) -- The celebration of Kalibo Sto. Niño Ati-Atihan Festival 2023 was generally peaceful, according to the Aklan Police Provincial Office (APPO).

Police Colonel Crisaleo Tolentino, provincial director of APPO, said there were no major crime incidents that happened during the entire duration of the festival.

Kalibo Atifest 2023, noting their collaboration, coordination, cooperation, and personal commitment led to the successful security coverage.

The Task Group provided extensive operation and strictly manned the entrance and exits of the festival zone areas as well as established checkpoints and chokepoints.

He also acknowledged and lauded the support and cooperation of the public during the festival that resulted to the peaceful and orderly celebration.

Further, Tolentino revealed that police officers that had done exceptional services in their designated areas of assignment during the Kalibo Ati-atihan Festival 2023 celebration will be given recognition by the APPO in a separate occasion.

On Monday, January 16, some of the augmented police officers returned to their respective original areas of assignment; while others proceeded to Iloilo for Dinagyang Festival 2023 augmentation. (AAL/SQP/PIA Aklan)