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PNP to help vs. face masks hoarding
The Philippine National Police (PNP) will assist the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and local government units (LGUs) in monitoring the supply of essential items, including face masks, amidst the novel coronavirus outbreak.
The PNP's role will involve identifying potential hoarding locations and tracking individuals suspected of hoarding supplies or violating imposed laws.
PNP Chief Police General Archie Gamboa encouraged the public to avoid panic-buying and to stay calm and informed.
The DTI has previously set a price cap of P8 per piece for face masks.
The Philippines has confirmed two cases of the novel coronavirus, one of whom has died.
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