28/05/2025
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Pasay City โ A 40-year-old male passenger from South Cotabato was apprehended today at NAIA Terminal 3 after allegedly making a bomb-related remark while boarding a domestic flight.
The passenger made a comment implying the presence of a bomb as a cabin crew member assisted with his carry-on baggage. Although the statement was intended as a joke, was immediately treated as a serious security threat and promptly reported in accordance with aviation safety protocols.
The Aviation Security Group, APD, and AVSECU EOD/K9 promptly responded and conducted a thorough aircraft inspection following SOPs to ensure passenger and crew safety. After confirming the absence of any explosives or hazardous materials, the aircraft was cleared and allowed to resume normal operations.
The suspect is now in the custody of the NAIA Police Station 3 (NPS3), for further legal proceedings and filing of case in relation to Presidential Decree No. 1727, also known as the Anti-Bomb Joke Law.
โWe strongly remind the public that any mention of bombs or explosives, even as a joke, threatens airport safety, disrupts operations, and endangers lives. Such acts are punishable under Presidential Decree No. 1727,โ said PBGen Christopher M Abecia, Director of the PNP Aviation Security Group. # # #.
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