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PNP sues 32 Covid-19 fake news peddlers
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has sued 32 individuals for allegedly spreading fake news about the COVID-19 pandemic.
PNP spokesperson Police Brigadier General Bernard Banac stated that 24 suspects were arrested by the Anti-Cybercrime Group, while eight others were arrested by police regional offices and the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group.
These individuals are facing charges for violating provisions of the Revised Penal Code and the Anti-Cybercrime Law, specifically concerning unlawful use of publication and online libel.
The arrests occurred across various regions in the country, including Quezon City, Eastern Visayas, Central Visayas, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Western Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, and CARAGA Region.
Violators face imprisonment of one to six months and a fine ranging from PHP40,000 to PHP200,000, and could also be punished under the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.
The PNP urged the public to avoid sharing false reports that could incite panic and confusion during the health crisis.
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