The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced late Wednesday that it is currently investigating reports of another alleged underwater drone found in
Screenshot from a video circulating on social media of an alleged underwater drone floating on the waters off Bohol. The Armed Forces of the Philippines announced late Wednesday that it is currently investigating reports of another alleged underwater drone found in the waters off Bohol province last week.
“The AFP, through the Visayas Command, has prioritized the investigation into the reported discovery of unidentified equipment floating at sea,” AFP Public Affairs Office Chief Col. Xerxes Trinidad said.Trinidad said that all relevant AFP units and forces, particularly the Naval Forces Central, are actively collaborating to gather information and “determine the nature of this incident.”
He also noted that, at present, the AFP lacks the necessary equipment to carry out a forensic investigation. “We urge the individual who discovered the equipment and posted it on social media to immediately coordinate with the nearest military or naval units to ensure the proper handling and disposition of the item,” Trinidad added.“We encourage everyone to participate in safeguarding our nation by promptly reporting any suspicious activities or discoveries to the proper authorities, including the AFP,” Trinidad said.
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