CALAMBA CITY, Laguna (PIA) — The regional chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP) gave his assurance to the public that po personnel will remain nonpartisan in the midterm elections.
In an interview during the Philippine Information Agency’s Sulong Calabarzon program, PRO4A Regional Director Brig. Gen. Paul Kenneth Lucas reaffirmed their commitment that police officers will not engage in any political activities.
“First and foremost, as our Chief PNP has mentioned, the loyalty of the PNP is to the Constitution. This is something we consistently remind our police officers. True to this, as of now, we have not monitored any police officers who are campaigning or affiliating with candidates, except in cases where they are providing security,” Lucas said.
“We assure the people of Calabarzon that our police officers will remain nonpartisan in the upcoming May 2025 Midterm Local and National Elections,” the PNP director stressed.
He also assured the public that police officers in Calabarzon remain committed to maintaining peace, order, and security throughout the campaign season, especially during the election period.
To ensure peace and order, PRO4A continues to conduct election checkpoints at various locations and boundaries throughout the region to prevent any threats to security during the election period and to ensure public compliance with the nationwide gun ban, which is in effect from January 12 until June 11.
Lucas also called for public participation in maintaining safety and order during the election, urging everyone to report any suspicious activities and remain vigilant throughout the election period. (CO/PIA4A)
