PNP probes fake class, work suspension advisory

The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday said it is investigating a fake advisory on supposed work and class suspension due to an alleged security threat amid the United States-Iran conflict.

In a statement, PNP chief Police General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said, “the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group is monitoring the source of this misleading post, and appropriate action will be taken against those found responsible.”

“We remind everyone to verify before sharing. Let us work together to prevent misinformation from disrupting public order,” he added.

The PNP debunked the circulating social media post claiming a nationwide work and class suspension from March 4 to 6, saying the announcement did not originate from any authorized government agency.

For the PNP, there is no verified security threat right now that would warrant such an advisory. The police organization is in coordination with concerned agencies to ensure public safety as well as maintain peace and order.

“We urge the public to remain calm and rely only on announcements released through official government channels,” the PNP said.

“The deliberate spread of false information that causes unnecessary alarm is addressed under existing laws and will be dealt with accordingly,” it added.

Earlier, the Department of National Defense (DND) said that the tensions in the Middle East have no direct threat on the Philippines.—AOL, GMA Integrated News