Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil on Sunday said that the PNP’s Oplan Revitalized Katok is meant to encourage firearm
Philippine National Police Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil Philippine National Police chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil on Sunday said that the PNP’s Oplan Revitalized Katok is meant to encourage firearm owners to renew their registration or to hand over their firearms for safekeeping.
“The goal is simple—to keep communities safe and prevent loose firearms from being used in crimes. This program has effectively reduced the number of unregistered firearms in circulation, thereby lowering the potential for gun-related violence,” he added. The Comelec has called for a pause in the operations during the election period over concerns these could be used to intimidate voters.
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