Police Warn of Fake ASEAN Summit Security Advisories — Check Official Channels Only

Police Warn of Fake ASEAN Summit Security Advisories — Check Official Channels Only

📌 Ahead of the 49th ASEAN Summit, the Metro Manila police (NCRPO) said on Friday, November 13, that fake advisories dealing with road closures, security threats, and emergencies are circulating online, and urged people not to spread unverified posts. The Philippine National Police (PNP) also warned the same day to beware of fake summit advisories.

■ What's the problem
· Fabricated notices about road closures, security threats, venue access restrictions, and emergency incidents are spreading on social media and elsewhere (PIA)
· Police also believe some accounts and individuals are impersonating police to issue fake instructions or exploiting security fears

■ Police action
· Acting NCRPO chief Abrahano ordered units to monitor social media, and, together with the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), to trace the sources and issue corrections quickly
· Accounts impersonating police and credible online threats will be investigated
· Summit-related security announcements will be verified and released only through official NCRPO channels

■ Advice for residents and travelers
· Do not immediately share posts, screenshots, or forwarded messages about road closures or emergencies
· Check first against official NCRPO and PNP accounts and government agency announcements
· If you receive contact or instructions from someone claiming to be police, confirm with the nearest police station whether it is real

■ Sources
PIA (11/13), Inquirer (11/13)

■ Photo
· File photo · Entrance walkway at the 49th ASEAN Summit venue — Inquirer