PNP forms anti-kidnapping and anti-fake news committees

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has established two new committees: the Joint Anti-Kidnapping Action Committee (JAKAC) and the Joint Anti-Fake News Action Committee (JAFNAC).

The JAKAC, led by PLTGEN Edgar Alan Okubo, will focus on identifying, investigating, and neutralizing organized kidnap-for-hire operations.

This committee's creation was prompted by the recent kidnapping and murder of businessman Anson Que and his driver Armanie Pabillo.

Three suspects are in PNP custody, but the mastermind behind the crime is still at large.

The JAFNAC will be headed by PLTGEN Robert Rodriguez to address misinformation and disinformation that threaten public trust, peace, and national stability.

JAFNAC was formed in response to unverified reports of alleged kidnappings of prominent business figures circulating online.

PNP Chief Police General Rommel Francisco D. Marbil stated these committees are proactive responses to modern-day threats.

The JAFNAC aims to institutionalize coordination, monitoring, and response strategies to combat disinformation across platforms.