CAMP KANGLEON, PALO, LEYTE – The Police Regional Office 8 proudly welcomes its new Regional Director, Brig.Gen. Jay Reyes Cumigad, during a significant Joint Turnover and Assumption of Offices Ceremony presided over by General Rommel Francisco D.Marbil, Chief of the Philippine National Police, at Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame, Quezon City, on October 9, 2024.

Before his new assignment, Cumigad served as the head of the Philippine National Police (PNP) Highway Patrol Group (HPG).

His experience and leadership skills have been cultivated over a distinguished career, beginning with his graduation from the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA), “PATNUBAY” Class of 1995.

His background in various capacities within the PNP equips him to tackle the challenges ahead and guide the region toward progress and safety.

In this transition, Cumigad succeeds the outgoing Regional Director, Brig.Gen. Reynaldo Pawid, who has now been assigned to the Directorate for Operations.

Pawid, in his farewell remarks, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the men and women of PRO 8 for their unwavering support and dedication. He emphasized that during his almost one year in office, he worked diligently to enhance the welfare of all personnel and achieve the organization’s objectives.

“As the leadership of PRO 8 transitions, I am confident that the region is in capable hands under the leadership of BGen. Cumigad,” Pawid added.

RD Cumigad, in his assumption speech, echoed the same sentiment of optimism and readiness for the challenges ahead.

“As PRO 8 embarks on this new chapter, the entire PRO is poised to foster a safe and secure environment for the communities we serve, especially as we prepare for the 2025 National and Local Elections. The collective efforts of the officers are sure to bring positive changes in the Eastern Visayas law enforcement landscape,” he stated.