Manila Bulletin
874 quarantine violators face charges, fines in QC
A total of 874 individuals are facing charges and a fine of at least P1,000 each after violating an ordinance requiring the use of face masks in Quezon City.
The "one-time big-time" operation was conducted on Wednesday by the Quezon City government and the Quezon City Police District (QCPD).
Journalist Howie Severino was apprehended and released after explaining he had just finished drinking after hours of biking when seen not wearing his face mask properly.
Violators were apprehended for violating Executive Order No. 25 and City Ordinance No. 2936, which mandate the wearing of face masks in public due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Department of Public Order and Safety head Gen. Elmo San Diego emphasized the seriousness of the policy implementation for the safety of Quezon City residents.
Violators were processed and documented at the Amoranto Sports Complex, where they underwent a seminar on proper face mask usage.
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