PNP officer-in-charge, Lt. Gen. Vicente Danao Jr. (File photo)
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday ordered its units to strengthen dialogues with school officials for heightened security measures against crimes and acts of violence.
“We plan to have a dialogue with various stakeholders, especially in schools. We will present our detailed security plans for the opening of classes and how to strictly implement procedures against unauthorized persons,” PNP Officer in Charge, Lt. Gen. Vicente Danao Jr., said in a statement.
This came in the wake of the shooting incident at the Ateneo de Manila University over the weekend where three people were killed while one was injured.
Danao said the PNP is also heeding the call of Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte to emphasize awareness regarding gun violence.
Meanwhile, he commended police responders for the swift action that led to the arrest of Chao Tiao Yumol, the suspect in Sunday's shooting.
On Monday, the Quezon City Police District filed murder and frustrated murder charges against Yumol.
“We believe that we have a strong case considering all the evidence and testimonies we gathered. All these are leading to the suspect we have under custody,” Danao said.
Killed in the incident were former Lamitan City, Basilan Mayor Rosita Furigay, her executive assistant Victor George Capistrano, and campus security guard Jeneven Bandiala, who reportedly tried to stop the suspect.
Injured in the shooting was Furigay’s daughter, Hannah. (PNA)
