Barangay police officers to enforce quarantine rules

Each barangay will have a designated police officer to supervise the enforcement of quarantine rules, according to Joint Task Force COVID Shield commander Police Lieutenant General Guillermo Eleazar.

This initiative aims to ensure strict compliance with minimum health safety protocols at the community level.

The designated police officer will act as the team leader for barangay officials in enforcing these protocols.

Eleazar emphasized the need for police presence to deter non-compliance and compel civilians to follow health standards.

This move follows President Duterte's order to arrest individuals not wearing face masks in public.

Reports indicate a decline in public adherence to health standards, with some individuals seen without masks or engaging in drinking sessions.

Eleazar stressed that wearing face masks and physical distancing are crucial in the fight against COVID-19, as anyone encountered could be a virus carrier.