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PNP to cops: Observe maximum tolerance amid protest rallies
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is deploying over 16,000 officers to ensure the safety and orderliness of three days of anti-corruption rallies in Manila and Quezon City.
PNP chief Police Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. reminded personnel to observe maximum tolerance and only use necessary and appropriate force as a last resort.
The deployment will cover key rally sites like Rizal Park and the EDSA People Power Monument, with specific areas experiencing heightened police presence.
The PNP is collaborating with the MMDA and local government units to mitigate traffic issues and safeguard nearby communities.
The Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) and other groups are holding rallies to demand transparency and better governance amid corruption allegations in flood control projects.
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