QCPD files raps vs netizen over fake robbery post

The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) has filed charges against an individual for posting false information online about an alleged robbery along the Quezon Avenue footbridge, an incident authorities confirmed never occurred. Police said the viral post, which claimed a robbery took place on April 24 at around 10 p.m., prompted immediate verification. Ground validation and CCTV backtracking revealed no record of any such incident in Quezon City. QCPD director Police Brig. Gen. Randy Glenn Silvio said Masambong Police Station 2 and Kamuning Police Station 10 were directed to conduct verification and investigation following the circulation of the post. Their efforts led to the identification of the individual responsible, who later appeared before authorities and submitted her statement. A thorough investigation, including review of surveillance footage and coordination with concerned units, confirmed that no robbery incident took place at the reported time and location. QCPD said the post was misleading and warned that spreading unverified information online may cause public alarm and confusion. Silvio reminded the public to exercise responsibility in posting online and to verify information before sharing, stressing that false reports may mislead communities and disrupt public order. Police said charges for violation of Article 154 of the Revised Penal Code, which penalizes the unlawful use of means of publication and the dissemination of false news that may cause public disorder or damage public interest, have been filed against the individual. QCPD also urged the public to report incidents through official channels, including police stations, emergency hotline 911, and the Quezon City Helpline 122, to ensure accurate reporting and immediate response.
2026-05-05 00:14:00