Manila, Jan. 12 -- Police in the Caraga Region on Minday destroyed confiscated banned firecrackers worth only PHP30,720 and the decrease in related injuries during the holidays.

PRO-13 director Brig. Gen. Marcial Mariano Magistrado IV led the destruction of 469 pieces and two boxes of firecrackers seized during December's intensified "Ligtas Paskuhan" inspections.

"Our intensified inspections on the display and sale of firecrackers and pyrotechnic devices in the region are in line with the 'Ligtas Paskuhan 2025' of the Philippine National Police," Magistrado said.

Maj. Jennifer Omiter, PRO-13 information chief, said the campaigns helped reduce the illegal firecracker volume, contributing to a generally peaceful season.

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