The Philippine National Police, through its Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG), has intensified its campaign against individuals using online platforms to spread bomb threats that disrupt classes and cause alarm in communities.
Since January 2026, the PNP-ACG has acted on bomb threat reports from various parts of the country through cyber investigations conducted in coordination with local police units and other concerned agencies.
The investigations have resulted in eight cases being referred to the courts.
The latest incidents were reported on July 8 in Cavite, where online posts claiming that explosives had been planted in several schools alarmed students, parents and school officials.
Through digital investigation, authorities traced the social media account allegedly used to spread the threats and determined that it was being operated by minors.
One Child in Conflict with the Law (CICL) now faces appropriate legal proceedings, while another minor was placed under the care of a rehabilitation facility for necessary intervention, in accordance with laws protecting children.
The campaign forms part of the PNP’s aim to strengthen the organization’s capability to respond to emerging threats in the digital space and help maintain safer learning environments, while supporting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to uphold public safety through responsive and coordinated law enforcement.
PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. reminded the public that online bomb threats are not harmless and may carry serious consequences.
The PNP also urged the public to use social media responsibly and immediately report online bomb threats or similar incidents to authorities instead of sharing or amplifying unverified posts.
The police organization said it remains committed to protecting communities from both physical and digital threats through timely, professional and people-centered policing.