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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police Civil Security Group (PNP-CSG) has cautioned mall security guards against modifying their uniforms as shopping centers prop up festive decor in time for the holidays.
In an interview with reporters at Camp Crame on Tuesday, CSG Director Maj. Gen. Leo Francisco warned against deviating from the uniforms prescribed for mall security guards, saying it could pose a security threat.
Article continues after this advertisement“We’d have the experience where criminals exploited this with ill intent. That’s what we are avoiding and will avoid this season,” Francisco explained in Filipino.
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The CSG regulates private security agencies through its Supervisory Office for Security and Investigation Agencies.
Article continues after this advertisementWhen asked about measures to tighten security for the coming holiday rush, Francisco said the CSG was coordinating with local police.
Article continues after this advertisementThe PNP previously touted a 21.42-percent decrease in crime amid the onset of the Christmas season, recording 5,984 incidents from September 1 to November 10, 2024.
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It said this figure was 1,631 fewer than the 7,615 incidents recorded during the same period in 2023.
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