IN light of the recent incidents of missing ‘sabungeros’ or persons engaged in cockfighting, PNP Chief, General Dionardo Carlos reminds police personnel not to involve themselves in this activity, including online ‘sabong’.
“This doesn’t give a good impression in their conduct as law enforcers. The bottom line is, we discourage our personnel from engaging in gambling activities as this does not augur well with their professional and personal values,” Carlos said.
Carlos added that he dislikes receiving reports of police officers who are spending time betting in cockfights or e-sabong hubs instead of focusing on their work.
“Definitely, we will monitor them. They are not above the law. Once caught, the PNP won’t hesitate to arrest those who are involved in this illicit activity,”
Thus, the PNP intensifies its drive against any form of illegal gambling with the proliferation of off cock betting stations.
Any incident regarding the illegal cockfighting operation, the public may report through https://e-sumbong.pnp.gov.ph.
The PNP will investigate, validate and take appropriate action regarding the complaint.
Presidential Decree 1602 imposes stiffer penalties for those caught violating the anti-gambling laws in a bid to get rid of this social menace more effectively.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has also slapped administrative penalties on operators who shall fail to comply with set standards and requirements for e-sabong.
As for police personnel, PNP’s Internal Affairs Service (IAS) will handle the investigation to determine their possible administrative liabilities.
