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PNP warns bets vs vote buying
The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported a generally peaceful first day of the campaign period for the midterm elections.
PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil warned candidates against engaging in violence, vote buying, and other illegal activities.
He reminded the public that vote buying and selling are serious offenses under the Omnibus Election Code, with violators facing arrest and prosecution.
The PNP is on heightened alert, with 75 percent of its force ready for deployment to ensure a safe and orderly election.
Additional personnel from the PNP and the Armed Forces of the Philippines have been deployed by the Commission on Elections to critical election areas.
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