PNP boosts patrols, deployments to deter crime amid oil price hikes

2026-03-20 - 05:21

MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday allayed fears of a possible uptick in robbery and theft linked to rising fuel prices, saying it is prepared to maintain peace and order under any scenario. PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the current economic situation is unlikely to trigger a spike in