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W. Visayas cops to probe SAP anomalies
The Police Regional Office 7 (PRO-7) will conduct an investigation into alleged anomalies concerning the distribution of the Special Amelioration Program (SAP) benefits.
PRO-7 chief Police Brig. Gen. Abert Ignatius Ferro has instructed the region's investigation units to actively monitor village officials suspected of involvement in corruption.
This directive aims to ensure that the financial aid reaches the intended beneficiaries, particularly the poorest of the poor.
Corrupt practices during the COVID-19 pandemic are considered a grave offense, and public officials are urged to prioritize their constituents' needs.
Meanwhile, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 6 in Western Visayas will also investigate similar anomalies in their region, guided by directives from national headquarters.
PRO 6 regional director Brig. Gen. Rene Pamuspusan has ordered provincial and city directors to go after corrupt local government and village officials in the SAP distribution.
Hotline numbers and action centers will be established to accommodate complaints against erring village officials.
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) in Western Visayas will support the local police in investigating reports of irregularities.
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