PRESS STATEMENT OF PNP CHIEF PDG RONALD DELA ROSA ON DAVAO BLAST SEPTEMBER 3, 2016

Police intelligence and investigation units are conducting an assessment of circumstances surrounding the incident in Davao City where at least 14 killed and more than 60 are injured.

While we are not discounting the possibility that some quarters may be exploiting the situation to create hysteria and fear, we’d rather take these threats with utmost prudence and due diligence. 

We assure the public of the readiness of the Philippine National Police in addressing any threat of this nature, and thwarting any attempt by threat groups to sow fear and anxiety among our people.

We appeal to the public to remain calm, vigilant and alert in reporting to authorities any unusual movement or activities of suspicious persons.

Any information may be reported thru the nationwide Emergency hotline 911 for immediate police assistance.

Kami po ay nakikiramay sa ating mga kababayan sa Davao lalong-lalo na doon sa mga mahal sa buhay ng mga nasawi. We are appealing to the public to stay calm and be vigilant, at alerto palagi.

Wag po tayong papatalo sa mga terorista. Kapag tayo ay matatakot then they will achieve their aim which is to cause fear and terror. 

So let us continue living our normal lives and just be vigilant. Yun po ang aming pakiusap sa taumbayan.