PNP urges public to report bullying via 911 hotline

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is encouraging the public to report bullying incidents through the 911 hotline as the new school year begins.

PNP Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III stated that 911 call takers will alert local police stations, which will then coordinate with school heads to address bullying concerns.

This initiative aims to ensure that information about bullying reaches school administrators and to actively monitor such incidents.

Torre ordered police commanders to be on the lookout for street crimes and bullying as classes resumed across the country.

Police units have also been ordered to look after school children who may fall victim to robbers or con artists targeting their valuables, such as cellphones.

Schools across the country reopened on Monday, June 16, marking the official start of School Year 2025-2026 with the Department of Education expecting around 27 million enrollees.