PNP records ”zero looting” in areas affected by Taal eruption

January 15, 2020

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recorded “zero looting” incidents in areas affected by the Taal Volcano eruption.

“We were happy when the deputy regional director for administration reported to me that we have zero incidents on looting and other related criminal activities,” said Police Lieutenant General Archie Francisco Gamboa, PNP’s officer-in-charge,  on Wednesday.

Gamboa also said no casualties were reported. He added President Rodrigo Duterte was happy when it was announced during their conference in Batangas Tuesday.

“But of course, we over emphasize also the need for medical teams in the evacuation centers because the conditions there are not ideal... so there might be outbreaks or related health problems,” he said.

“We are also taking consideration of that but of course it's the Department of Health who has primary duty over these things,” he added.

Gamboa on Tuesday distributed relief goods to families staying at San Antonio Elementary School in San Pascual, Batangas City.

He said the relief goods are part of the P10 donationby PNP personnel to help those who are affected by the Taal Volcano eruption.

The PNP said more than 275 families occupy the evacuation center where most of the families come from Taal, Lemery, Agoncillo, San Nicolas, Sta. Teresita and Calaca. Ella Dionisio/DMS