In recognition of his relentless dedication to public safety and national security, Office for Transportation Security (OTS) Administrator Usec. Gilberto DC Cruz received a prestigious Plaque of Recognition from the Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption (VACC) today.
The award was presented during VACC’s 28th Anniversary celebration held at the PNP-MPC, Camp BGen Rafael T. Crame, Quezon City.
VACC honored Usec. Cruz under its Law Enforcement Category, highlighting his exceptional leadership in the government’s campaign against organized and transnational crime.
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Decisive Action: Acknowledged for his pivotal role in operations dismantling illegal scam hubs, cybercrime-related centers, and illicit activities linked to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).
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Collaborative Governance: Commended for strengthening the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC)—where he previously served as Executive Director—into a vital coordinating agency for a whole-of-government response against crime.
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Distinguished Presenters: The award was presented by VACC Chairman Atty. Manuel Obedoza, Jr., President Arsenio “Boy” Evangelista, Jr., and Secretary-General Manjinder “James” Kumar, alongside special guest Cabinet Secretary Benhur Abalos.
The OTS family proudly congratulates Usec. Cruz on this milestone achievement. This honor underscores his unwavering integrity, commitment to national security, and dedication to protecting the Filipino public—values that strongly align with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive for government agencies to fortify public safety.
As the current head of the OTS, Usec. Cruz applies this same steadfast leadership to ensure a secure, reliable, and resilient transportation security network across the country, safeguarding the riding public every single day.
