The warning came after police filed a criminal complaint against a 19-year-old individual who allegedly posted a bomb-related joke during a livestream of the Kadayawan Festival.
The suspect was charged before the Office of the City Prosecutor for violation of Presidential Decree No. 1727, which penalizes the malicious dissemination of false information concerning bombs and explosives.
Police said the suspect posted a comment claiming that an explosive device had been planted along the Coastal Road. The area was subsequently checked by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and SWAT personnel and was declared safe.
A cybercrime investigation later led authorities to identify the alleged poster, who was arrested and is now facing prosecution. The recommended bail was set at P42,000.
DCPO Director Colonel Peter B. Madria stressed that false bomb threats are not jokes, as they can cause public panic and divert police resources from legitimate security concerns.
He also warned those behind recent online threats against schools and other public places in Davao City that authorities will investigate and pursue those responsible.
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The DCPO urged the public to refrain from posting or sharing unverified bomb-related information and reminded social media users that online threats and pranks can have serious legal consequences.
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