PRO-7 files cybercrime charges against two for false info during Sinulog

The Police Regional Office (PRO) 7 in Central Visayas has filed cybercrime charges against two individuals for spreading false information on social media.

These complaints were initiated due to a video circulating during the Sinulog Festival and prayer protest rally, leading to an extensive investigation by PRO-7's cyber investigators.

Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan emphasized that sharing false information online is a serious offense that can undermine public trust and safety, stressing the importance of responsible social media interactions.

The two individuals face charges under Article 154 of the Revised Penal Code for unlawful use of means of publication and unlawful utterances in relation to Section 6 of Republic Act No. 10175 or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.

PRO-7 is committed to identifying those involved in such activities, with convictions resulting in penalties of imprisonment for up to 12 years.

The public is reminded that cyber patrollers continuously monitor all online platforms to detect and address the spread of fake news.