In a recent enforcement action, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has arrested 16 out of 22 security guards for violating the nationwide gun ban, revealing that the majority of them hold either expired or no licenses. According to PNP officials, only three of the arrested individuals possess valid licenses, while an additional three are under further validation by the Civil Security Group.
This crackdown on unlicensed security personnel is part of a broader effort to maintain peace and order during the election period, which began with the gun ban’s implementation on January 12. With nearly 1,000 individuals reported to have violated the ban, the police aim to reduce gun-related violence leading up to the midterm elections, making this incident a significant aspect of national security policy.
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