NCRPO: No threat to Edsa People Power anniversary

Workers set up a stage for Monday’s commemoration of the 33rd anniversary of the Edsa revolution at the People Power Monument in Quezon City. The civilian-backed military uprising toppled the Marcos dictatorship. NIÑO JESUS ORBETA

MANILA, Philippines — There is no threat being monitored for the commemoration of the 33rd Edsa People Power anniversary, National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) chief Director Guillermo Eleazar assured on Monday.

“Walang threat, and around 2,000 [police officers] ang deployment [of forces] natin today,” Eleazar told INQUIRER.net.

(There is no threat, and around 2,000 police officers are deployed today.)

Meanwhile, the Eastern Police District (EPD) said it targets zero crime incidents today through intensified security measures in all places of convergence and main thoroughfares particularly the Edsa Shrine.

Chief Supt. Bernabe Balba, EPD director, said the police will also strengthen operations to counter possible “nefarious” activities of militant groups.

“We are in full alert status, all applied leave of PNP (Philippine National Police) personnel are canceled to ensure all PNP personnel are present,” he said.

The EPD Police Community Relations Unit will also distribute flyers with safety tips in case of emergency to people in public markets, malls, parks, and terminals.

The NCRPO also said that coordination with other law enforcement agencies has been established for safe commemoration of the Edsa People Power Revolution.

“In the event that there are rallies, whether pro or con, all field commanders and other police personnel are directed to strictly observe maximum tolerance as well as uphold the rights of rallyists at all times,” Eleazar also said. /je