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PNP to track down perpetrators behind falsified negative COVID-19 test results
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is investigating the alleged sale of falsified negative RT-PCR test results, which are being sold for at least PHP1,000 each without individuals undergoing the actual swab test.
PNP chief Gen. Guillermo Eleazar ordered the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) and the Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) to look into the scam.
This illicit activity is reportedly happening as some local government units still require negative swab test results from travelers, even if they are fully vaccinated.
Eleazar assured that the PNP will track down and arrest those involved in this fraudulent scheme.
He emphasized that this deplorable scheme puts public health and the economy at risk.
Police chiefs have also been warned of potential liability if they fail to monitor and act against such illegal activities within their jurisdictions.
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