THE Philippine National Police warned the public against posting fake news as it started investigating the source of an alleged PNP memorandum calling on all units to be on full alert following the resignation of Defense officials.
The PNP’s Anti Cybercrime Group on Sunday said that it continues to monitor social media posts with regards to the alleged destabilization plot within the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
PNP-ACG spokesperson Police Lt. Michelle Sabino said that they had monitored the posts and texts about the alleged order of PNP chief Rodolfo Azurin Jr. to the entire police force to be on full alert following an alleged memorandum that detailed the “resignation of all personnel in the Department of National Defense.”
“As far as ACG is concerned, we always do cyber patrolling and monitoring 24/7. If there is a need to investigate deeper regarding certain issues and concerns, we automatically do that,” Sabino said.
She warned that people posting fake news may be charged.
“We check the veracity of the posts or reports, and if evidence warrants, then we file appropriate charges,” Sabino said.
An alleged memorandum dated January 7, 2023 directing all PNP personnel to remain on full alert was circulated on social media.
The memo was reportedly signed by Police Lt. Col. Dexter Ominga of the PNP Regional Office in Cordillera.
The Manila Times tried but failed to get a statement from DND Officer-in-charge Jose Faustino and other officials.