PNP: Cops ready to prevent robbery, theft amid rising prices

2026-03-20 - 01:40

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday reassured the public that measures are in place to prevent an increase in robbery and theft, amid rising prices of basic goods. PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the police force has been preparing for worst-case scenarios even before inflation became a major