PNP lists prohibited items at Marcos' inauguration

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reminded those who will attend the inauguration of President-elect Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Thursday to avoid bringing prohibited items.

In a statement on Tuesday, PNP public information office chief Police Brigadier General Augustus Alba said the following items will be confiscated upon inspection at the gates of the venue:

• backpacks and big bags
• pointed objects (cutters, blades, knives, etc.)
• alcoholic drinks and cigarettes
• chemicals
• fireworks and pyrotechnics
• lighter, match and other combustible items
• drones

“The ban on these items ensures that no contraband will be brought inside the venue of the inauguration to guarantee the safety of all attendees,” Alba said.

The PNP advised the use of transparent bags or containers to speed up the inspection process.

Alba also asked for the full cooperation of guests and other attendees over the rigid security checks for the event.

“We also advise them to come at least two hours ahead of the scheduled time of the inauguration ceremony, as the security check may take a few minutes,” he said.

All vehicles approaching the immediate vicinity of the National Museum, the venue of the inauguration, will also undergo a thorough inspection, the PNP said.

Only people on the guest list with confirmed attendance will be allowed access to the premises, according to PNP officer-in-charge Police Lieutenant General Vicente Danao Jr. 

Guests, including the working staff of the inauguration, will also be subjected to inspection, he added. —VBL, GMA News