05/03/2026
STATEMENT OF THE PROVINCIAL DIRECTOR
The Zamboanga del Sur Police Provincial Office (ZSPPO) issues this statement regarding a video posted on social media about an incident that transpired at about 9:00 AM on February 19, 2026, at Barangay San Francisco, Pagadian City, wherein an individual wearing a PNP athletic uniform was flagged down by personnel of the Land Transportation Office Region 9 for alleged traffic violations.
This PPO together with NAPOLCOM 9 is already conducting an investigation regarding this matter and assures the public that appropriate actions will be undertaken in accordance with existing rules and regulations.
ZSPPO remains steadfast in our commitment to accountability, discipline, and professionalism at all times and strictly upholds compliance with all traffic laws among its personnel and NO member of the PNP is above the law and are subject to lawful apprehension.
ZSPPO calls on the public to remain calm and allow the investigation to proceed without prejudice. We assure everyone that transparency and due process will be observed, and whoever the personnel found liable will be dealt with accordingly.
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