The Philippine National Police said it is ready to secure the start of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial before the Senate on Monday, July 6, as the chamber convenes as an impeachment court.
PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said concerned police units have been ordered to carry out the organization’s comprehensive security plan and maintain heightened alert throughout the proceedings.
The security preparations follow the directive of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr., through the guidance of DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla, to ensure that the historic proceedings at the Senate are held safely, peacefully, and without disruption.
“The PNP is fully prepared and has implemented a comprehensive security plan to ensure that the proceedings at the Senate remain orderly and secure. We have coordinated extensively with the Senate leadership and all relevant agencies to ensure that our presence supports, rather than distracts from, the solemnity of these constitutional proceedings,” PGEN Nartatez said.
Around 6,000 police officers have been deployed to secure the Senate complex and nearby areas in Pasay City ahead of the impeachment court’s resumption.
The deployment is backed by continuous intelligence monitoring, regular threat assessments, and close coordination with the Senate and other government agencies.
Nartatez said the PNP remains on guard even as authorities have not monitored any security threats that could affect the proceedings.
“At this stage, we have not monitored any credible threats or untoward incidents that would disrupt the impeachment trial. We remain vigilant and are continuously conducting threat assessments. Our intelligence units are operating around the clock to ensure that any potential security gaps are identified and addressed immediately,” he said.
The PNP chief also directed deployed personnel to observe maximum tolerance and professionalism while respecting the constitutional rights of individuals who may gather near the Senate.
“We respect the right of every citizen to express their views. We urge the public to remain peaceful and law-abiding. Our officers are deployed to protect the integrity of the institution and the safety of everyone present. We call on all groups to cooperate with our personnel and ensure that this historic process proceeds without violence or obstruction,” he said.